Kingdom of the Cimmerian Bosporus. Pharnakes, c. 63-47 BC. Gold Stater (8.08 g) likely minted at Pantikapaion, 53-52 BC. Diademed head right of Pharnakes. Reverse: Apollo seated left on lion-footed throne; left arm resting on kithara with tripod to left; in right field, date (year 245 of the Pontic era). NC, p. 35, 5. Very rare and historically an important issue. Extremely Fine/Choice Very Fine. Pharnakes didn't have a chance. Julius Caesar and his forces had their victory in five days of bloodshed. His quote transmitted to the Roman Senate at the conclusion of this battle, "Veni, vidi, vici", is still remembered and recited. Estimated Value $12,000 - 14,000. Categories: Ancient Greek Coinage
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