Psidia, Selge, AE Circa 2nd-1st Century BC, Herakles / Stag

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Description

Greek, Psidia, Selge, AE (bronze, 2.72g, 12mm), Circa 2nd-1st Century BC
Obv: Bearded facing head of Herakles, wearing wreath of cypress branches
Rev: ΣE-Λ Stag recumbent to right, head turned back to left
Ref: SNG Paris 1966. SNG von Aulock 5287 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: Herakles was a popular figure in ancient Greek mythology, known for his strength and heroism. The stag was a common symbol associated with Selge, possibly representing the local wildlife or religious significance. Coins like these were minted during the Hellenistic period, around the 2nd to 1st centuries BC, and were used for trade and commerce within Selge and its surrounding regions.