Obol

Issuer Chersonesos (Caria)
Year 480 BC - 450 BC
Type Standard circulation coin
Value Obol (⅙)
Currency Drachm
Composition Silver
Weight 0.78 g
Diameter 9.0 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered, Incuse
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) HN Online#2159, SNG Kayhan#1635
Obverse description Lion’s head to right with open jaws.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse description Facing bukranion and city abbreviation, possibly olive branch in lower right field, all within incuse square.
Reverse script Greek
Reverse lettering ΧΕΡ
(Translation: Chersonesos)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (480 BC - 450 BC) - -
Numisquare ID 7453011080
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