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Obol - Tiribazos 384 BC - 383 BC
| Silver | 0.82 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Lydia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Tiribazus (388 BC - 380 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 384 BC - 383 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.82 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#433277 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned head (of Ahura-Mazda?) right.
Comment
Casabonne Series 1, p. 189, pl. 4, 2; Göktürk 16.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol - Tiribazos coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which is a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, while the reverse side features a Persian-style altar with a fire burning on top, surrounded by two attendants. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of the Achaemenid Empire, which was a vast and diverse empire that stretched from Persia to the Mediterranean region.