© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Asarion - Gepaepyris Panticapaeum
| Bronze | 8.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Gepaepyris (37-39) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-39 |
| Value | Assarion (0.1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#382216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Head of Aphrodite Apatura to right, wearing kalathos and veil.
Value lettering behind.
Script: Greek
Lettering: IB
Translation: IB = 12 units (asarion)
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #326.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and barbarian elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a king, likely Gepaepyris, with a long beard and a crown of leaves, while the reverse side shows a seated figure of the goddess Aphrodite, surrounded by dolphins and a crescent moon. This fusion of Greek and barbarian motifs reflects the cultural diversity of the Bosporan Kingdom, which was located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
