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Stater - Sauromates III Severus Alexander
527 (231) year| Electrum | 7.50 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Sauromates III (229-232) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 527 (231) |
| Calendar | Bosporan era |
| Value | Electrum Stater (28) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 7.50 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#412238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Portrait of emperor Severus Alexander right, year below and two dots on the right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ZΚΦ
Translation: 527
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 666.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Sauromates III (also known as Severus Alexander) on one side and a mythological creature, possibly a Griffin, on the other. This coin was minted during Sauromates III's reign, which lasted from 231 to 234 AD, and it is believed to have been used for trade and commerce within the Bosporan Kingdom and beyond.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 527 (231 AD) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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