Sestertius - Sauromates I

Issuer Bosporan Kingdom
Year 117-123
Type Standard circulation coin
Value Sestertius (1)
Currency Sestertius (63 – 215)
Composition Copper
Weight 12.80 g
Diameter 25.5 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) MacDonald#410/2
Obverse description Wreath on curule chair; shield to left, scepter tipped with imperial bust to right.
Obverse script Greek
Obverse lettering ΒΑCΙΛΕωC CΑΥΡΟΜΑΤΟΥ
(Translation: King Sauromates I)
Reverse description Central shield with sword in scabbard to right, war axe to left, spear behind, helmet to upper right and horse`s head, to upper left. M - H (denomination) across lower field.
Reverse script Greek
Reverse lettering MH
(Translation: MH = 48 units)
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (117-123) - -
Numisquare ID 5087954250
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