Coin: AE 17, Pergamum
1900.63.0629
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: AE 17, Pergamum (1900.63.0629) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | None |
| Geographic Location |
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| Period/Date | Hellenistic Greece, 200-133 BCE |
| Culture | Ancient Greek |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 1.70 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | 0.40 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 7.20 g |
| Measuring Remarks | None |
| Materials | Metal--Bronze |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
| Munsell Color Information | waived |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | N/A |
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| 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. |
| Comparanda | N/A |
| Bibliography | N/A |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
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| Credit Line/Dedication | N/A |
| Reproduction | N/A |
| Reproduction Information | N/A |