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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
2 Denarii - Sauromates II
| Bronze | 19.46 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Sauromates II (174-210) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 180-196 |
| Value | 2 Denarii (8) |
| Currency | Sestertius (63 – 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.46 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#394913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sauromates on horseback right, raising hand and holding scepter; *-B (mark of value) across field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: *-B
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 603.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Sauromates II, who was a Roman client king of the Bosporan Kingdom, on one side, and an image of the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and political exchange between the Roman Empire and the Bosporan Kingdom, and it serves as a tangible representation of the complex relationships between these two powers. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for this coin highlights the importance of this metal in the ancient world, both for its durability and its accessibility to the masses.
