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Stater - Pharnakes II 246 51 BC
246 (51 BC) year| Gold | 8.09 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Pharnakes II (63 BC - 47 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 246 (51 BC) |
| Calendar | Bosporan era |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.09 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#381179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo seated left on leonine throne, branch in extended right hand, left arm resting on grounded kithara; tripod to left, ZMΣ (date) above ivy leaf to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
BAΣIΛE-ΩN
ZMΣ
MEΓAΛOY
ΦAPNAKOY
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #220.
Interesting fact
The Bosporan Kingdom, where this coin was minted, was a ancient Greek state that existed from the 5th century BC to the 4th century AD. It was located on the Crimean Peninsula, which is now part of Ukraine, and was known for its rich agricultural land and strategic location on the Black Sea. The kingdom was founded by Greek colonists from Miletus and was later ruled by various dynasties, including the Roman Empire. The coin , the Stater - Pharnakes II 246 (51 BC), was issued during the reign of Pharnaces II, who ruled the kingdom from 63 BC to 47 BC.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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| 246 (51 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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