Kolchis, Dioskourias, AE Circa 105-90 BC – (Caps of Dioskouroi/Thyrsos)

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Kolchis, Dioskourias, AE (bronze,4.21g,16mm), circa 105-90 BC
Obv: Caps of the Dioskouroi surmounted by stars
Rev: Ī”I-OĪ£/KOY-PIA/Ī”OĪ£ Thyrsos
Ref: HGC 7, 205; SNG BM Black Sea 1021 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: During the period of 105-90 BC, the city of Dioscurias in Colchis, an ancient region located on the eastern coast of the Black Sea (in present-day Georgia), issued bronze coins. These coins likely circulated within the local economy and possibly beyond, contributing to trade and economic activity in the region. Dioscurias, known for its strategic location and maritime trade, was an important city in the ancient world, and its coinage reflects its significance as a center of commerce and culture during this period.