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Obol - Philokrates, Italos and Petraios 30 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 6.99 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Thessalian League (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30 BC - 27 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.99 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Itonia standing to left, holding Nike in her outstretched right hand and spear and shield in her right; above, ΙΤΑ-ΛΟΥ; below, ΠΕΤΡΑΙΟΣ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕΣΣΑ
ΛΩΝ
ΙΤΑ ΛΟΥ
ΠΕΤΡΑΙΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features three names, Philokrates, Italos, and Petraios, which suggests that it may have been issued during a time of political unity or cooperation between different cities or regions in Thessaly.
