Æ - Scilurus (Olbia) (140 BC - 110 BC) front Æ - Scilurus (Olbia) (140 BC - 110 BC) back
Æ - Scilurus (Olbia) (140 BC - 110 BC) photo
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Æ - Scilurus Olbia 140 BC - 110 BC

 
Bronze 1.59 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Kings of Skythia
King
Scilurus (150-108 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
140 BC - 110 BC
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.59 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#427529
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Kerykeion.

Script: Greek

Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΚΙΛΟΥΡΟΥ

Translation: King Scilurus

Comment

Frolova, Skilura, Type IIIЖ, 20–22; Peykov G0350; Anokhin (1989) 329.

Interesting fact

The Scilurus coin features an image of a mythical creature called a griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Scythian culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (140 BC - 110 BC)  - - - - - -

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