Troas, Birytis, AE Trichalkon, Circa 350-300 BC, Kabeiros / Club

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Description

Greek, Troas, Birytis, AE Trichalkon (bronze, 5.72g, 18mm), Circa 350-300 BC
Obv: Head of Kabeiros to left, wearing pileos; above, [two stars]
Rev: B-I / P-Y, either side of club downwards; all within laurel wreath
Ref: SNG von Aulock 1502-3 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: This coin provides valuable insights into the religious beliefs, cultural practices, and political affiliations of Troas and Birytis during the Hellenistic period. The imagery of Kabeiros and the club reflects the region’s religious syncretism and the influence of Greek mythology, while the laurel wreath suggests the city’s achievements and aspirations for success. Overall, the coin serves as a tangible artifact of Troas’s history and its connections with the broader Mediterranean world.