Salamis of Cyprus ⅓ Stater - Nikokles, -374 – -361
Information
Country
Salamis of Cyprus
Salamis of Cyprus
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
⅓ Gold Stater
Year
-374 – -361
Ruler
Nicocles
(-374–-361)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.78
Diameter (mm)
11
Demonetized
Yes
Description
⅓ Gold Stater from Salamis of Cyprus. Issued from -374 to -361. Struck in Gold. Measures 11 mm and weighs 2.78 g.
- Obverse
- Draped bust of Aphrodite facing left and wearing ornamented stephanos, earring, and necklace. Cypriot syllabic sign (a-) on the right field. Beaded ring around all.
- Reverse
- Head of Athena facing right, wearing a crested Corinthian helmet and decorated with wreath, round earring, and necklace. Cypriot syllabic signs (pa-) and (ni-) on the left and right field. (King Nikokles)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (374 BC - 361 BC) | — |
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