Pamphylia, Side, Tiberius, AE, 14-37 AD – Athena

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Roman Provincial, Pamphylia, Side, Tiberius, AE (bronze, 5.09g, 17.5mm), 14-37 AD
Obv: Laureate head of Tiberius right
Rev: Ī£IĪ”-[H..]; Athena advancing right, holding spear and shield; pomegranate to upper left, serpents at feet
Ref: SNG France 781 (var.); SNG Pfalzer 587-94 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, Good VF (reverse slightly off-centered and some porosity,Ā  otherwise, nicely struck, high relief and earthen highlight on dark brown-green patina)
Note: Tiberius was the second Roman emperor, ruling from AD 14 to 37. He succeeded Augustus, his stepfather, and his reign is noted for his efficient but often repressive administration. Tiberius expanded the Roman Empire’s borders and strengthened its finances. His rule included the provinces of Pamphylia, where Side was a prominent city. During Tiberius’s reign, the Roman Empire maintained a period of relative peace and stability, known as the Pax Romana. Tiberius focused on consolidating the empire’s gains and fortifying its borders. Side, an ancient city in Pamphylia, was a significant trade and cultural center during this period, benefiting from the stability brought by Tiberius’s rule. This coin from Side in Pamphylia highlights the local adaptation of Roman coinage, integrating Roman imperial imagery with local cultural symbols like Athena. The laureate head of Tiberius on the obverse reinforces his presence and authority in the provinces, while the depiction of Athena on the reverse connects with the local populace, merging Roman and Hellenistic iconography. The obverse features a laureate head of Tiberius, emphasizing his imperial authority and divine favor. The reverse depicts Athena advancing with a spear and shield, accompanied by symbols of prosperity and protection. This coin reflects the blend of Roman and local elements, illustrating the cultural and economic integration within the Roman Empire under Tiberius’s rule.

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