© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Æ16 ΓΕΡΜΗΝΩΝ
| Bronze | 2.8 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | City of Germe (Conventus of Pergamum) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100-150 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#395868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Laureate and draped bust of Apollo, right; in front, laurel-branch
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΓΕΡΜΗΝΩΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the Gorgon on one side, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. The Gorgon was a creature with snakes for hair and a gaze that could turn people to stone, and it was often used as a symbol of protection and power. The use of the Gorgon on this coin suggests that the city of Germe may have been associated with myths and legends, or that the coin's issuers wanted to convey a sense of strength and protection.