Ancient Greek Silver Obol – Pisidia, Selge c. 350–300 BC Natural patina consistent with age

Natural patina consistent with age

adorned with an elaborate tiered headdress

anthropomorphic imagery

and weathering consistent with long-term burial

Ancient Greek Silver Obol – Pisidia, Selge c. 350–300 BC Natural patina consistent with ageAncient Greek Silver Obol Pisidia, Selge c. 350300 BC Authentic Ancient Greek silver obol struck at Selge, Pisidia, during the Classical to early Hellenistic period (circa 350300 BC). Obverse: Facing gorgoneion with protruding tongue, a powerful apotropaic image intended to ward off evil. Reverse: Head of Athena right, wearing a crested Attic helmet, emblematic of wisdom, warfare, and civic protection. Metal: Silver Diameter: ~10 mm Weight: ~0. 85