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Æ11 - Prusias I or II 230 BC - 149 BC
| Bronze | 1.1 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Bithynia |
|---|---|
| King | Prusias I (228 BC - 182 BC) Prusias II (182 BC - 149 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 230 BC - 149 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#354623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Term of Hermes facing.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΠΡΟΥΣΙΟΥ
Translation: King Prusias
Comment
RecGen 24Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Æ11 - Prusias I or II (230 BC - 149 BC) from Kings of Bithynia made of Bronze weighing 1.1 g is that it features the image of a king on horseback, which was a common motif in ancient Greek and Roman coins. The coin's design was likely inspired by the kingdom's military prowess and the king's role as a powerful leader.
