Tetradrachm

€2.00
IssuerKibyra (Phrygia)
Year166 BC - 84 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueTetradrachm (4)
CurrencyCistophoric drachm
CompositionSilver
Weight12.55 g
Dimensions29 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BMC Greek#3-4 Luynes, Hirsch#1577 , Bement#1572 , Weber#7055
Obverse descriptionDraped bust of the hero Kibyrus (?) right, with helmet and spear over shoulder.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionHelmeted and cuirassed horseman holding spear & shield, charging right; behind bee.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΑ ΚΕΔ Ο ΔΙ ΚΙΒΥΡΑΤΩΝ
Edge
Mint
MintageND (166 BC - 84 BC)  - -
Catalog ID6631431340
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