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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Æ - Philetaerus 282 BC - 263 BC
| Bronze | 4.4 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Pergamon (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Philetaerus (Φιλέταιρος) (282 BC - 263 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282 BC - 263 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#433976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Asklepios seated left on stool, feeding serpent coiled to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΕΤΑΙΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Philetaerus coin from Pergamon (Mysia) is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of Philetaerus, the founder of the Attalid dynasty, on one side, and a seated image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Philetaerus' reign (282-263 BCE) and was used as a means of promoting his image and legitimacy as a ruler. The coin's design was influential in the development of later ancient Greek coinage, and it remains a valuable artifact for historians and collectors today.
