Bithynia, Dia, Time of Mithradates VI of Pontos, AE Circa 85-65 BC, Zeus / Eagle

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Description

Greek, Bithynia, Dia, Time of Mithradates VI of Pontos, AE (bronze, 10g, 20.5mm), Circa 85-65 BC
Obv: Laureate head of Zeus right
Rev: Ī”IAĪ£; Eagle standing left, head right, on thunderbolt; monogram to left
Ref: HGC 7, 453; SNG von Aulock 347 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (somwheat struck from a worn die)
Note: Bithynia was an ancient region located in northwestern Anatolia, in what is now modern-day Turkey. It was bordered by the Sea of Marmara to the south and the Black Sea to the north. Bithynia was known for its rich history, strategic location, and significant cultural and commercial exchanges with neighboring regions. Dia, also known as Diospolis or Deiotaros, was an important city in Bithynia, situated near the southern coast of the Sea of Marmara. It served as a vital hub for trade and maritime activities in the region. This coin provides valuable insights into the political and cultural context of Bithynia during the time of Mithradates VI of Pontus. It reflects the influence of Greek culture in the region, as seen in the depiction of Zeus, and highlights the importance of Dia as a significant city in Bithynia. The imagery of the eagle and thunderbolt asserts the city’s power and authority, underlining its connection to divine protection and strength.