Obol - Paerisades I (Panticapaeum) (320 BC - 310 BC) front Obol - Paerisades I (Panticapaeum) (320 BC - 310 BC) back
Obol - Paerisades I (Panticapaeum) (320 BC - 310 BC) photo
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Obol - Paerisades I Panticapaeum 320 BC - 310 BC

 
Bronze 14.16 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos)
King
Paerisades I (344 BC - 309 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
320 BC - 310 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
14.16 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#394893
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Bow and arrow.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ПАNTI

Comment

Anokhin (1986) 110.

Interesting fact

The Obol coin of Paerisades I (Panticapaeum) from the Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and barbarian elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the king's head wearing a bashlyk, a traditional Scythian hat, while the reverse side shows a Greek hoplite warrior holding a shield and spear. This fusion of cultures reflects the complex history of the Bosporan Kingdom, which was a Greek colony that was later absorbed into the Persian Empire and eventually became an independent kingdom. This coin is a testament to the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (320 BC - 310 BC)  - - - - - -

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