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Æ11 150 BC - 50 BC
| Bronze | 2.1 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kibyra (Phrygia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 50 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#375905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Humped bull butting right, head facing; all within incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: TΣ / KIBYPATΩN
Translation: Kibyra
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of a king, possibly King Attalus II of Pergamon, who ruled the kingdom of Pergamon from 159 BC to 138 BC. The reverse (back) side of the coin depicts a seated Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, holding a spear and a shield. The coin's design and imagery suggest that it was minted during a time of political and cultural influence from the Pergamon kingdom.
