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12 Units - Kotys I Nero
63 year| Bronze | 8.15 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Kotys I (45-72) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 63 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.15 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#434106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Draped bust of Poppaea to left; monogram of Kotys before, IB (mark of value) below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΟΠΠHΙΑC CΕΒΑCΤΗC
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 351; Frolova & Ireland p. 81, Series IV.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Nero, who ruled from 54 to 68 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the Bosporan Kingdom's ruler, Kotys I, on the other. This coin highlights the political alliance between the Roman Empire and the Bosporan Kingdom during Nero's reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (63) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Units - Kotys I (Nero) (63) coin.
