© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Obol Roma Type 100 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 0.58 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Noricum |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | 1 Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.58 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#190294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
'Winckelkreuz' cross with pellet in centre.
Comment
Göbl, TKN pl. 44, G1;History of the piece in the main image:
• Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #220;
Recorded Sales:
• Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 87. Sold for 600 GBP in VF grade.
• Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH, Auction 47, 4 November 1991, lot 30.
Interesting fact
The Obol (Roma Type) coin from the Kingdom of Noricum, which was minted between 100 BC and 1 BC, features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. On one side, it depicts a stylized head of the Roman goddess Roma, while the other side shows a galley, which was a type of ship used by the ancient Romans. This design was likely chosen to symbolize the close relationship between the Kingdom of Noricum and the Roman Republic.
