Phoenicia, Tyre, AE Circa 1st-2nd Century AD, Tyche / Galley

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Description

Phoenicia, Tyre, AE (bronze, 6g, 20.9mm),  Date Unclear, AE Circa 1st-2nd Century AD
Obv: Turreted, veiled and draped bust of Tyche to right; to left, palm frond; to right
Rev: ΙΕΡΑΣ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΟ/ΛΕΩΣ; Galley left
Ref: Cf. BMC Phoenicia pg. 261, 299ff Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: Phoenicia was an ancient region located along the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, known for its maritime trade, skilled seafarers, and influential city-states. Tyre was one of the most prominent cities in Phoenicia, renowned for its powerful navy, prosperous trade, and production of purple dye.  Tyche is shown wearing a turreted crown, symbolizing the city’s fortifications, and a veil, representing her divine status. The depiction of the galley reflects Tyre’s maritime importance and its dominance in Mediterranean trade routes. Ships like this were integral to Phoenician commerce, allowing them to establish trade networks across the ancient world. Despite Tyre’s longstanding influence as a major center of commerce, this era saw the increasing control and influence of Rome over the Mediterranean region. The Roman Empire’s expansion and consolidation of power brought significant changes to Tyre’s political and economic landscape. While Tyre continued to thrive as a hub of maritime trade and worship of Tyche, it also became increasingly integrated into the Roman economic and political system. Roman domination reshaped trade routes, economies, and cultural exchanges throughout the Mediterranean, impacting cities like Tyre and reinforcing Rome’s position as the preeminent power of the ancient world.