Sestertius - Sauromates I

Issuer Bosporan Kingdom
Year 108-115
Type Standard circulation coin
Value Sestertius (1)
Currency Sestertius (63 – 215)
Composition Copper
Weight 14 g
Diameter 27 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Anokhin#1592, RPC Online III#865
Obverse description Diademed and draped bust of Sauromates to right
Obverse script Greek
Obverse lettering ΒΑCΙΛΕWC CΑΥΡΟΜΑΤΟΥ
(Translation: King Sauromates I)
Reverse description Shield with spear in centre; to right, helmet and sword in scabbard; to left, axe and head of horse; denomination below
Reverse script Greek
Reverse lettering MH
(Translation: MH = 48 units)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (108-115) - -
Numisquare ID 3205317010
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