© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater - Mazaeus Tarsus 361 BC - 344 BC
| Silver | 10.98 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Cilicia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Mazaeus (Μαζαῖος) (361 BC - 331 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 361 BC - 344 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.98 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion left attacking bull.
Script: Aramaic
Lettering: 𐡌𐡆𐡓𐡂
Translation: Mazaeus
Comment
Casabonne Series 2, Group D; SNG Levante Suppl. 20.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called a "sphinx" on one side, which was a common motif in ancient Persian art and symbolized the power and wisdom of the Achaemenid Empire.