Caria, Uncertain Mint, AR Obol, Mid 5th Centruy BC, Follows Aeginetanian standard, Female Head / Lion – RRRRR

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Caria, Uncertain Mint, AR Obol (silver, 0.64g, 8.2mm), Mid 5th Centruy BC, follows Aeginetanian standard
Obv: Female head to left “Nymph”(?), wearing sakkos and  earring
Rev: Facing head of lion within incuse square
Ref: Hurter, Lions, Group III, 32 Rarity/Choice: Extremely Rare, VF
Note: Caria was an ancient region located in southwestern Anatolia, in what is now modern-day Turkey. It was known for its rugged coastline, fertile plains, and strategic location between the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. Caria was inhabited by the Carian people, who had their own distinct culture and language.
The region of Caria was rich in natural resources, including timber, marble, and agricultural products. Its cities, such as Halicarnassus (modern-day Bodrum), Miletus, and Knidos, became important centers of trade, commerce, and culture in the ancient world. Carian cities were known for their impressive architecture, including temples, theaters, and defensive fortifications.The use of the Aeginetan standard suggests commercial ties or influence from Aegina, an important city-state in ancient Greece known for its maritime trade. This coin provides insight into the artistic and cultural influences of the region during this period, as well as its economic connections with other Greek city-states.

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