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Stater - Asander 7 41 BC
7 (41 BC) year| Gold | 8.22 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Asander (46 BC - 17 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 7 (41 BC) |
| Calendar | Bosporan Kingdom - Asander era |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.22 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#395001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike, holding wreath in extended right hand, palm frond in left, standing left on prow left; to inner left, Z (date) above monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
AΣANΔPOY
Z
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 230.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Stater - Asander 7 (41 BC) from Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) made of Gold weighing 8.22 g is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the Griffin on its obverse side. The Griffin is a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was considered a symbol of protection and strength in ancient times. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the culture and beliefs of the Bosporan Kingdom during the 1st century BC.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 (41 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater - Asander 7 (41 BC) coin.
