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Tetradrachm - Mausolus Halikarnassos 377 BC - 353 BC
| Silver | 15.25 g | 24 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 | 15.25 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus Labraundos standing right; ME monogram to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ME
MAYΣΣΩΛΛO
Translation: Mausolus
Comment
Konuk, Identities 21; Babelon, Perses 397 var. (no monogram); Pozzi 2624; Traité II 95.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, which lasted from 377 BC to 353 BC.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (377 BC - 353 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Mausolus (Halikarnassos) (377 BC - 353 BC) coin.
