Caria, uncertain; AR Hemitetartemorion; head of ram/male head
Description:
Caria, uncertain, 4th century BC. AR Hemitetartemorion. Head of ram right / Male head right.
Diameter:
AR4 mm
Weight:
0,12 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
cf. SNG Keckman I 883 ff.; cf.SNG Kayhan 993 ff; Koray Konuk proposed Kasolaba as a mint (Konuk, K. “Kasolaba, a new mint in Karia?” in Kermatia Philias)
Commentary:
well centered, excellent detail for such small coin
History:
The name "Caria" originated from Luwian word "Karuwa" meaning "steep country" and referring to the mountainous nature of the region.
Article Number:
021-08-05-41652