Aeolis, Kyme Mint, AR Hemibol, Circa 450-400 BC

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Description

Aeolis, Kyme Mint, AR Hemibol (silver,0.41g,8mm), Circa 450-400 BC
Obv: Head of eagle to left; K[Y] to left
Rev:Ā  Quadripartite incuse square
Ref: SNG Copenhagen 32; SNG von Aulock 1623 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF (some roughness otherwise, attractive dark toning)
Note:Ā  During the 5th century BC, Kyme, nestled in the heart of Aiolis, was renowned for its bustling mint. It served as a hub of economic activity. Under the watchful eye of its citizens, Kyme flourished as a beacon of trade and commerce, attracting merchants and traders from distant lands. As the Attalid dynasty rose to prominence in nearby Pergamon, Kyme enjoyed a period of prosperity, benefiting from its proximity to this influential city-state. However, the tides of fortune shifted when Seleucid rule extended its reach over the region. Despite the challenges posed by foreign domination, the resilient spirit of Kyme endured. The eagle on coins of this era in the city of Kyme likely symbolized divine patronage, power, sovereignty, military might, or civic pride depending on the context and cultural associations of the city.