Obol (Western Asia Minor) (400 BC - 200 BC) front Obol (Western Asia Minor) (400 BC - 200 BC) back
Obol (Western Asia Minor) (400 BC - 200 BC) photo
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Obol Western Asia Minor 400 BC - 200 BC

 
Silver 0.99 g -
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 200 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.99 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#180267
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Thick central line with diagonal ornaments, similar lines intersecting perpendicularly in the center, quarters in relief

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and Western Asia Minor, and its design and weight were standardized across different city-states and kingdoms, indicating a high level of economic cooperation and trade between these regions.