Macedonia, Uranopolis; star/Aphrodite Urania
65,00 €
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.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE16 |
| Weight [g]: | 2,84 |
| Grade: | VF/aVF |
| Attribution: | SNG Cop 455 - 457; BMC Macedonia p. 134, 2-3 |
| Commentary: | green patina, good details with legible legend |
Historical Context
This coin represents the first known depiction of the earth in its actual shape.
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