Chersonesos (Caria) Obol, -480 – -450
Information
Country
Chersonesos (Caria)
Chersonesos (Caria)
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Obol
Year
-480 – -450
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered, incuse
Weight (g)
0.78
Diameter (mm)
9
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Obol from Chersonesos (Caria). Issued from -480 to -450. Struck in Silver. Measures 9 mm and weighs 0.78 g.
- Obverse
- Lion’s head to right with open jaws.
- Reverse
- Facing bukranion and city abbreviation, possibly olive branch in lower right field, all within incuse square. (Chersonesos)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (480 BC - 450 BC) | — |
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