Bosporan Kingdom Sestertius - Sauromates I, 98 – 102
Information
Country
Bosporan Kingdom
Bosporan Kingdom
Currency
Sestertius
(63)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Sestertius
Year
98 – 102
Ruler
Sauromates I
(90–124)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Sestertius from Bosporan Kingdom. Issued from 98 to 102. Struck in Bronze. Measures 28 mm and weighs 8 g.
- Obverse
- Confronted busts of Sauromates I on left, diademed and draped, and Aphrodite Apatura on right, draped. ("King Tiberius Julius Sauromates". "48" uncias (= sestertius).)
- Reverse
- Wreath. ("48" uncias (= sestertius).)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (98-102) | — |
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