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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Obol Simmering and Réte Type 100 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 0.69 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Boii of Southwestern Slovakia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.69 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#194756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Stylised horse to left.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (0.69g, 10mm, 8h, Good Very Fine) - in main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #869;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 230. Sold for 380 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Numismatik Lanz München, Auction 28, 7 May 1984, lot 34.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin from Boii of Southwestern Slovakia is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized horse, which was a common motif in Celtic art, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this time period.