Æ12- Philetairos (200 BC - 133 BC) front Æ12- Philetairos (200 BC - 133 BC) back
Æ12- Philetairos (200 BC - 133 BC) photo
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Æ12- Philetairos 200 BC - 133 BC

 
Bronze 2.2 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Pergamon (Mysia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 133 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#150366
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Bow with the name of the king split above and below it

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΦIΛE
TAIΡOY

Interesting fact

The Philetairos coin from Pergamon (Mysia) is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of Philetairos, 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 Philetairos' reign, which lasted from 200 BC to 133 BC, and it is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors of ancient coins.