© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Obol Svicca Type 100 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 0.65 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Noricum |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | 1 Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#192555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winckelkreuz cross with pellet in centre.
Comment
Göbl, TKN pl. 44, D1; Bannert/Piccottini pl. 1, 278;Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (0.65g, 10mm, 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, #215;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 81. Sold for 220 GBP.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol (Svicca Type) coin from the Kingdom of Noricum is that it features a unique combination of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of a Celtic deity, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this time period in the region.
