Siglos - Evagoras I (411 BC - 374 BC) front Siglos - Evagoras I (411 BC - 374 BC) back
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Siglos - Evagoras I 411 BC - 374 BC

 
Silver 10.94 g 18.5 mm
Description
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
10.94 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#125855
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Ram recumbent right. Inscription in Cypriot syllabic.

Script: Cypriot

Lettering: 𐠞 𐠪 𐠐 𐠵 𐠩

Translation: King Evagoras

Comment

McGregor Group K.AR.I.a, 414–415 var. (unlisted dies); Zapiti & Michaelidou 1; Tziambazis –.

Interesting fact

The Siglos - Evagoras I coin from Salamis of Cyprus (ancient) is notable for its unique design, which features a facing male bust on the obverse (front side) and a standing figure of the goddess Aphrodite on the reverse (back side). This design was a departure from the more common designs found on other ancient Cypriot coins, which often featured gods or goddesses in a more formal or abstract manner. The use of a facing male bust on this coin may have been intended to emphasize the importance of the ruler, Evagoras I, who was a prominent figure in Cypriot history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (411 BC - 374 BC)  - - - - - -

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