Stater - Mazaeus

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IssuerSatrapy of Cilicia (Achaemenid Satrapies)
Year361 BC - 334 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueSilver Stater (2)
CurrencyDrachm (550-330 BCE)
CompositionSilver
Weight10.89 g
Dimensions23 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) SNG France#354
Obverse descriptionBaal of Tarsos seated left, holding holding eagle-tipped scepter; grain ear and grape-bunch in left field, Aramaic M below throne.
Obverse scriptAramaic
Obverse lettering
(Translation: M)
Reverse descriptionLion bringing down bull above a pair of crenellated walls, each with four towers. MZDY ZY `BRNHR` W ḤLK above.
Reverse scriptAramaic
Reverse lettering
(Translation: Mazaeus Governor of Transeuphrates and Cilicia.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (361 BC - 334 BC)  - -
Catalog ID1725773070
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