Quinarius - Amdan Bayyin Monogram type, large bust

€2.00
IssuerHimyarite Kingdom (Southern Arabia)
Year100-120
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueQuinarius (1/2)
CurrencyDenarius
CompositionSilver
Weight1.59 g
Dimensions15 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) SNG ANS 6#1596
Obverse descriptionLarge bust of king right, within beaded border with monogram behind.
Obverse scriptAncient South Arabian
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionSmall bust of king right, name and mint inscriptions around.
Reverse scriptAncient South Arabian
Reverse letteringMDN BYN RYDN
(Translation: Amdān Bayān Yahaqbiḍ Raydan)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (100-120)  - -
Catalog ID6947918200
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