Pontos, Amisos, AR Drachm, Circa 5th-4th Century, Head of Hera / Owl – RR

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Greek, Pontos, Amisos, struck under magi Pontos (?), AR Drachm (silver, 3.74g, 16.3mm), Circa 5th-4th Century
Obv: Head of Hera left, wearing ornamented stephanos
Rev:Ā  PY – Ī›I in fields, [Ī EIPA] below, Owl with wings spread, standing facing on shield
Ref: SNG Paris 1053-4 var Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF
Note:Ā  Pontus was an ancient kingdom located on the southern coast of the Black Sea, in what is now northeastern Turkey. It was known for its rich natural resources and strategic location, which made it an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient world. Amisos was one of the major cities in Pontus, situated on the coast of the Black Sea. It was an important port city and a center of trade and cultural exchange. Overall, this coin provides valuable insights into the economic, political, and cultural dynamics of the Persian Empire’s control over the region of Pontus during the late 5th to 4th century BCE. It also reflects the influence of Persian coinage standards on the coinage of Greek city-states and regions under Persian rule.

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