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Stater - Kotys III Severus Alexander
524 (228) year| Electrum | 7.70 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Kotys III (227-234) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 524 (228) |
| Calendar | Bosporan era |
| Value | Electrum Stater (28) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 7.70 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#395318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Severus Alexander right; star to right, ΔKΦ (date) below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΚΦ
Translation: 524
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #654а.
Interesting fact
The Bosporan Kingdom, where this coin was minted, was a ancient Greek state that existed from the 5th century BCE to the 4th century CE. It was strategically located on the Crimean Peninsula, which allowed it to control the trade routes between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. The kingdom was known for its rich agricultural land, its bustling ports, and its diverse population, which included Greeks, Scythians, and other ethnic groups. The coin , which features the image of Kotys III (also known as Severus Alexander), was likely used for trade and commerce within the kingdom and beyond.
