Phoenicia, Simyra; head of Zeus/bust of Tyche
Description:
Phoenicia, Simyra, 2nd century BC. Diademed head of Zeus right / Turreted bust of Tyche right, Z behind, all within wreath.
Diameter:
AE19 mm
Weight:
6,3 g
Grade:
VF/gVF
Attribution:
Lindgren and Kovacs A2138A; CNG 47, 591-592; CNA XI, 181
Commentary:
very rare; patina with light deposits, obverse slightly off-center, minute scratches on reverse, great style
History:
The name "Phoenicia" disappeared in 64 BC, when the territory was made part of the Roman province of Syria.
Article Number:
011-06-07-41652