© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Siglos - Euelthon 530 BC - 500 BC
| Silver | 11.6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Salamis of Cyprus (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Euelthon (525 BC - 500 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 530 BC - 500 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#125349 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Egyptian ankh symbol with two concentric circles, one solid and one dotted. Cypriot syllabic sign (pa-) within the circle of the ankh and four other signs in the corners of the incuse square.
Script: Cypriot
Unabridged legend:
𐠞
𐠨 𐠄 𐠪
Comment
BMC Greek Vol.24 Pl.IX.19Interesting fact
The Siglos - Euelthon coin from Salamis of Cyprus is notable for its unique design, which features a Phoenician-style owl on the obverse (front side) and a Greek-style legend on the reverse (back side). This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history of Cyprus as a crossroads of civilizations in the ancient Mediterranean world.
