© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater - Mazaeus Tarsus 361 BC - 334 BC
| Silver | 10.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Cilicia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Mazaeus (Μαζαῖος) (361 BC - 331 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 361 BC - 334 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.86 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion left attacking stag; below, M in Aramaic.
Script: Aramaic
Lettering: mzdi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called a "siren" on one side, which is a creature with the body of a bird and the head of a woman. This image was likely chosen to represent the city of Tarsus, which was known for its strong maritime trade and cultural connections to the Mediterranean world. The siren image may have been meant to symbolize the city's connection to the sea and its role as a hub of trade and commerce.
