© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Stater - Aspurgus Augustus and Agrippa
326 (30) year| Gold | 6.80 g | - |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Aspurgus (8 BC - 38 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 326 (30) |
| Calendar | Bosporan era |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.80 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#432855 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bare head of Agrippa (or possibly Tiberius or Drusus) right; monogram to left, ςΚΤ (date) below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΡ ςΚΤ
Unabridged legend: βασιλέως Ἀσπoύργου ϛκτʹ
Translation: of King Aspurgus, 326
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 309.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Augustus Caesar, while the reverse side features Agrippa, who was a prominent Roman general and statesman. This blending of Roman and Greek elements reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the time period in which the coin was minted. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of gold adds to its value and significance, as gold was a highly prized metal in ancient times.
