Ancient Greek Silver Obol – Pisidia, Selge c. 350–300 BC Surface displays strong age with

Surface displays strong age with mineral deposits

ruler of the Seleucid Empire in the mid-3rd century BC

19th Dynasty

adorned with an elaborate tiered headdress

Ancient Greek Silver Obol – Pisidia, Selge c. 350–300 BC Surface displays strong age withAncient 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