Stater - Mazaeus (Tarsus) (361 BC - 334 BC) front Stater - Mazaeus (Tarsus) (361 BC - 334 BC) back
Stater - Mazaeus (Tarsus) (361 BC - 334 BC) photo
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Stater - Mazaeus Tarsus 361 BC - 334 BC

 
Silver 10.92 g 22 mm
Description
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
10.92 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#427223
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lion attacking stag left; MZDY (in Aramaic) above, retrograde D to lower left; all within incuse square.

Comment

Casabonne Series 1, Group A.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called a " Griffin" on one side, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient times.