Coin: AE 17, Pergamum

1900.63.0629

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Artifact Identification Coin: AE 17, Pergamum   (1900.63.0629)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
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  3. Exchange Media
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  5. N/A
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Hellenistic Greece
Date 200-133 BCE
Culture Ancient Greek
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 1.70 cm
Dimension 2 (Depth) 0.40 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 7.20 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Bronze
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Description

This Greek coin is a bronze of unknown denomination from Pergamum in modern day Turkey. It was struck during the 2nd century BCE. On the obverse is a profile of Zeus, Greek king of the gods, with his head wreathed in laurel. The reverse is a rising serpent with an owl on its back. There are indistinct Greek letters on either side.

Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication N/A
Reproduction N/A

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