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Siglos - Sidqmelek 450 BC - 425 BC
| Silver | 10.92 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | Lapethos (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 425 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.92 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#169983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena facing in dotted square within incuse square.
Comment
Unpublished in the standard references, but cf. BMC 7-9, pl. VI, 6-8; cf. Tziambazis 48.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Siglos - Sidqmelek coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Phoenician influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Phoenician-style head of the goddess Astarte, while the reverse side features a Greek-style inscription and a representation of the goddess Athena. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred in the ancient Mediterranean world.
