Phoenicia, Arados, AR Obol, Uncertain king, circa 380-350 BC.

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Greek, Phoenicia, Arados, AR Obol (silver, 0.7g, 10.4mm), Uncertain king, circa 380-350 BC. 
Obv: Laureate and bearded head of Ba’al-Arwad right
Rev: Galley right; MA (in Phoenician) above, waves below
Ref: . Betlyon 13; HGC 10, 46 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF (minor flan flows on edge)
Note: Struck at Arados between c. 380–350 BC, this issue reflects the island city’s maritime strength and religious devotion. The portrait of Baʿal-Arwad underscores local identity and divine protection, while the war galley symbolizes Arados’ naval power and its role as a dominant Phoenician trading hub during the 4th century BC.

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