© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm - Mausolus Halikarnassos 367 BC - 353 BC
| Silver | 15.18 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Mausolus (Μαύσωλος) (377 BC - 353 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367 BC - 353 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.18 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389874 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus Labraundus standing right, holding double axe and spear.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAYΣΣΩΛΛO
Translation: Mausolus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of King Mausolus, who was a Persian satrap (governor) of Caria, and after whom the famous Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was built. The coin was minted during his reign (367-353 BC) and is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a Persian satrap during the Achaemenid period.
