Tetrobol - Kuprilli

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IssuerDynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies)
Year470 BC - 440 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueTetrobol (⅔)
CurrencyLycian drachm
CompositionSilver
Weight2.95 g
Dimensions13 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered, Incuse
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionBust of the duke armored facing right
Obverse script
Obverse letteringIO GZ M SF VICECOMES DVX MLI SX
(Translation: Giovanni Galeazzo Maria Sforza Visconti, 6th Duke of Milan)
Reverse descriptionFour-sided shield with the coats of arms of the Imperial Eagle and the Visconti snake, double-helmeted with ornament.
Reverse scriptLycian
Reverse letteringLV PATRVO GUBNANTE
(Translation: Ludovico, uncle, as regent)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1481-1492)  - -
Catalog ID4053264060
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