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One of nine Ancient Greek coins:: CM.37-1996

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Titles

One of nine Ancient Greek coins:

Maker(s)

Mint: Halicarnassus
Ruler: Mausolus (377 BC-353 BC)

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Description

Mausolus (377-353 BC), satrap of Caria, Halicarnassus, AR drachm, c. 370-353 BC. Three-quarter facing head of Apollo; rev. Zeus Labraundos stg r., carrying Labrys and holding spear; monogram: ME, 3.43g.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1996-01-22) by A.H. Baldwin and Sons Ltd.

Dating

Circa -0370 - Circa -0353

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 3.43 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.37-1996
Primary reference Number: 272633

Audit data

Created: Tuesday 17 November 2020 Updated: Thursday 7 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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