Bosporan Kingdom Stater - Pharnakes II, -55 – -54
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Information
Country
Bosporan Kingdom
Bosporan Kingdom
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Stater
Year
-55 – -54
Ruler
Pharnakes II
(-63–-47)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.1
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Stater from Bosporan Kingdom. Issued from -55 to -54. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 8.1 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed bust of Pharnakes II right, with luxuriant hair.
- Reverse
- Apollo enthroned left in relaxed pose, holding in right hand laurel branch over tripod, his left elbow resting on lyre at his side; date ΓMΣ to right.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (55 BC - 54 BC) | — | Pontic Year 243 (ΓMΣ) |
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