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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Siglos - Evagoras I 411 BC - 374 BC
| Silver | 10.93 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Salamis of Cyprus (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Evagoras I (Εὐαγόρας) (411 BC - 373 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 411 BC - 374 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.93 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#125854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ram lying right on exergual line; grain of corn above. Inscription in Cypriot syllabic (pa-si-Lwo-se-) and Greek (ΕΥ).
Scripts: Cypriot, Greek
Lettering:
𐠞 𐠪 𐠐 𐠵 𐠩
EY
Translation: King Evagoras
Comment
BMC Greek Vol.24 Pl.XI.17Interesting fact
The Siglos - Evagoras I coin from Salamis of Cyprus (Cyprus (ancient)) was minted during a time of great cultural and political significance. The coin features an image of Evagoras I, who was a prominent king of Salamis and a member of the House of Teucer, a powerful royal dynasty that ruled Cyprus during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the influence of Greek culture on Cyprus during this period, and it is considered a valuable artifact for understanding the island's history and cultural exchange during this time.
