Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Kyzikos Kyzikos
Currency Electrum Stater (600 – 330)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Hekte
Year -550 – -450
Ruler City administration (-600–1)
Composition Electrum
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered, incuse
Weight (g) 2.65
Diameter (mm) 10.5
Demonetized Yes

Description

Hekte from Kyzikos. Issued from -550 to -450. Struck in Electrum. Measures 10.5 mm and weighs 2.65 g.

Obverse
Forepart of a lion facing left, devouring its prey. To its right a tunny facing upwards.
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (550 BC - 450 BC) 

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