Æ - Polemon I/Dynamis (8 BC - 8 AD) front Æ - Polemon I/Dynamis (8 BC - 8 AD) back
Æ - Polemon I/Dynamis (8 BC - 8 AD) photo
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Æ - Polemon I/Dynamis 8 BC - 8 AD

 
Bronze 5.77 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos)
King
Polemon I (Πολέμων Αʹ) (16 BC - 8 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
8 BC - 8 AD
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.77 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#434183
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Serpent (uraeus) right, wearing headdress of Isis; to left, monogram of Polemo.

Comment

Anokhin (1986) 274.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Roman influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Polemon I, the Roman client king of Bosporos, while the reverse side features a depiction of Dynamis, the Greek goddess of power and strength. This fusion of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange of the region during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (8 BC - 8 AD)  - - - - - -

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