Bosporan Kingdom Stater - Mithridates III, 40 – 41
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Information
Country
Bosporan Kingdom
Bosporan Kingdom
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Stater
Year
40 – 41
Ruler
Mithridates III
(39–45)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7.9
Diameter (mm)
21.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Stater from Bosporan Kingdom. Issued from 40 to 41. Struck in Gold. Measures 21.5 mm and weighs 7.9 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate Roman Imperial-like head (Caligula?) to right.
- Reverse
- Nike flying left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (40-41) | — | Bosporan Year 337 (ZΛΤ) |
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