Mysia, Pergamon; laureate bust/temple
Description:
Mysia, Pergamon, time of Augstus (27 BC - 14 AD). CEBACTON ΠEΡΓAMHNOI; laureate bust right, capricorn in front / AYTOKPATOPA KAICAPA; tetrastyle temple containing statue of Augustus holding staff.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
4,62 g
Grade:
aVF/VF
Attribution:
RPC 2355; SNG Cop 462
Commentary:
rare; mottled green and brown patina on obverse, green patina on reverse, some roughness to obverse, clear temple details
History:
The first temple dedicated to the imperial cult (the worship of a living emperor) in Asia was built in Pergamon in 29 BC.
Article Number:
020-07-01-41652