© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Tetradrachm - Mausolus Halikarnassos 377 BC - 353 BC
| Silver | 15.17 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Mausolus (Μαύσωλος) (377 BC - 353 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 377 BC - 353 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.17 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus Labraundos standing right, holding long scepter in his left hand and double-axe over his right shoulder; between left leg and scepter, O.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAYΣΣΩΛΛO
Translation: Maussolos
Comment
Hurter, Pixodaros, pl. 33, 36.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Mausolus, a Persian satrap (governor) of Caria, who ruled from 377 BC to 353 BC. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his name in the Aramaic script. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a Persian satrap during the Achaemenid period and is considered a valuable artifact for historians and collectors.
