1/2 Ꜹ Unit - Aphilas

€1.00
IssuerAksum
Year305-315
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
Currency
CompositionGold (.900)
Weight1.41 g
Dimensions12.00 mm
Thickness2.00 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) MHAC#6, Hahn Ak#5, SACAM#25, HCR#54118
Obverse descriptionBust of Aphilas facing, crowned with a five-spiked tiara with a pellet on each spike, draped, holding sword upright with his right hand, left arm folded on chest with unknown object in left hand; above, pellet on crescent dividing lettering. Border of dots.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringAΦIΛA BACIΛI
(Translation: Aphilas, King [...])
Reverse descriptionBust of Aphilas to right, wearing headcloth ornamented on front and ending with triangular ribbon behind, holding whisk in right hand; above, pellet on crescent dividing lettering. Border of dots.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringAξⲰMA BICI ΔIH
(Translation: [...] of the Aksumites, man of Dimele)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (305-315)  - -
Catalog ID7493303430
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