Seleukid Kingdom, Seleucia Pieria, Pseudo-Autonomous Issue, time of Titus, Ceionius Commodus, magistrate, AE, Year = 79/80 AD – RR

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Roman Provincial, Seleukid Kingdom, Seleucia Pieria, Pseudo-Autonomous Issue, Time of Titus, AD 79-81, Ceionius Commodus, magistrate, AE (bronze, 6.32g, 19.5mm), Year CY 188 = 79/80 AD
Obv: Turreted, veiled, and draped bust of Tyche right, palm over shoulder; HΠP (date) behind
Rev:  Thunderbolt on throne draped with fillet; all within wreath
Ref: RPC II 2025A; SNG Copenhagen 401 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF (somewhat porous otherwise, well struck on a glossy olive patina)
Note: Seleucis and Pieria was a region in ancient Syria, known for its significant cities, including Seleucia Pieria.  This coin provides valuable insight into the religious and civic life of Seleucia Pieria during the Roman period, showcasing the city’s allegiance to Tyche for prosperity and protection, and its reverence for divine forces represented by the thunderbolt.

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