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© Nomos AG
Siglos - Azbaal 449 BC - 425 BC
| Silver | 10.94 g | 26.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kition (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Azbaal (449 BC - 425 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 449 BC - 425 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.94 g |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#236915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion pouncing to right, on a stag collapsing to right; all in a dotted square frame within a shallow incuse square
Script: Aramaic
Lettering: L'Z'B'L (in Aramaic)
Comment
Zapiti & Michaelidou 5-6Interesting fact
The Siglos - Azbaal coin from Kition (Cyprus) is significant because it features the first known depiction of a Cypriot king on a coin. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of King Azbaal, who ruled Kition from 449 BC to 425 BC, making it a unique piece of history.
