Metapontion Obol, -425 – -350
Information
Country
Metapontion
Metapontion
Currency
Drachm
(540 – 200)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Obol
Year
-425 – -350
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
9.64
Diameter (mm)
21.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Obol from Metapontion. Issued from -425 to -350. Struck in Bronze. Measures 21.5 mm and weighs 9.64 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Nike to right, with her hair carefully rolled and wearing a pendant earring; below her neck, ΝΙΚΑ; behind her neck, Ο (= όβολός).
- Reverse
- Six-grained ear of barley with leaf to right; in the field to left, herm to right.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (425 BC - 350 BC) | — |
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