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Didrachm - Mithridates VI Panticapaeum 90 BC - 79 BC
| Silver | 8.72 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates VI (Μιθριδάτης Εὐπάτωρ) (120 BC - 63 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90 BC - 79 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.72 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#411781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Grape bunch above ПАNTI-КАПАI-TΩN in three lines; all within ivy wreath; monogram above.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ПАNTI
КАПАI
TΩN
Comment
Bement 884; Anokhin (1986) 198.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Mithridates VI, who was a king of the Bosporan Kingdom and claimed to be a descendant of the Persian royal family. He ruled from 90 BC to 79 BC and was known for his military campaigns against the Roman Republic. The coin's design may have been influenced by Greek and Persian artistic traditions, reflecting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (90 BC - 79 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Didrachm - Mithridates VI (Panticapaeum) (90 BC - 79 BC) coin.
