Bosporan Kingdom Stater - Pharnakes II, -51 – -50
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Information
Country
Bosporan Kingdom
Bosporan Kingdom
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Stater
Year
-51 – -50
Ruler
Pharnakes II
(-63–-47)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.02
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Stater from Bosporan Kingdom. Issued from -51 to -50. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 8.02 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed bust of Pharnakes II right.
- Reverse
- Apollo seated left, holding laurel branch in extended right hand over tripod, left arm resting on kithara at his side; behind, EMΣ and monogram.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (51 BC - 50 BC) | — |
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