Macedonia, Uranopolis; star/Aphrodite Urania
Description:
Macedonia, Uranopolis, ca. 300 BC. Star of eight rays representing the sun / OΥΡANIΔΩN ΠOΛEΩΣ; Aphrodite Urania wearing chiton and peplos seated facing on globe, star on head, scepter in right hand.
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
2,84 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
SNG Cop 455 - 457; BMC Macedonia p. 134, 2-3
Commentary:
green patina, good details with legible legend
History:
This coin represents the first known depiction of the earth in its actual shape.
Article Number:
048-06-03-41652