© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Siglos 500 BC - 480 BC
| Silver | 10.63 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kourion (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 480 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.63 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#161046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull standing left, letter Λ in Cypriot-Syllabic in exergue and all in dotted square within incuse square
Comment
Λ in Cypriot-Syllabic is the syllable ko-Zapiti & Michaelidou 1
Interesting fact
The Siglos coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Cyprus and was equivalent to a quarter of a stater, which was the standard unit of currency in ancient Greece.
