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(0238) GORDIAN III238 - 244 AD
AE 27 mm max; 10.15 g
O: AVT M ANT GORDIANOC/AVG Confronted busts of Gordian and Theos Megas, with kalathos and cornucopia at shoulder
R: ODHC-CEITW-N Hades-Serapis seated left holding scepter, with hand extended toward Cerberos at left foot; E in left field
Moesia Inferior, Odessos
AMNG 2329 var
d.s.laney

0765A THRACE, Odessus Trajan Theos Megas recliningReference.
RPC III, 765A; AMNG -, Varbanov -

Obv. ΑΥΤΟ ΝΕΡ ΤΡΑ ΚΑΙ ΣΕ ΓΕΡ - ΔΑ
Laureate head of Trajan, r. with drapery on l. shoulder

Rev. ΟΔΗССΕΙΤΩΝ
Theos Megas reclining l., holding cornucopia in his r. hand

3.13 gr
15 mm
6hokidoki

3. Antiochos II TheosSELEUKID KINGS of SYRIA. Antiochos II Theos. 261-246 BC. Æ Sardis mint. Laureate head of Apollo right / Lyre; monogram in right field; anchor beneath. SC 529.ecoli

3. Antiochos II TheosSELEUKID KINGS of SYRIA. Antiochos II Theos. 261-246 BC. Æ Sardes mint. Laureate head of Apollo right / Tripod; monograms to left and right; below, anchor to left. SC 525.1; HGC 9, 253aecoli

Abdera, Ar Stater, 365 - 345 B.C. Magistrate Pytheos.Obv:– ABDH-RITEWN , Griffin seated left, raising right foreleg.
Rev:– EPI PU-QEW, Laureate head of Apollo right.
Minted in Abdera, 365 - 345 B.C. Magistrate Pytheos.
Reference:– May 549 (May S. 293 und Taf. XXIV, 549. AMNG 156 und Taf. III, 13)

Old edge chip between 9 o'clock and 11 o'clock probably accounts for the slightly low weight

9.10g, 22.52mm, 45 degreesmaridvnvm

AE provincial, Saitta, Lydia (Sidas Kaleh, Turkey), Senate/River-God (mid-2nd to early 3d century AD) IÐ„Î¡A - [CYNKÎ›HTOC], bare-headed youthful draped bust of Senate right / CAIT[THNÎ©N] + [Ð„PMOC] in exergue, River-God Hermos reclining left, holding reed and cornucopiae, resting arm on urn (hydria) from which waters flow.

Ó” (base metal yellow, orichalcum?), 22 mm, 5.68 g, die axis 6.5h (coin alignment)

It is difficult to read the name of the river. I think that Ð„PMOC is more likely, but VÎ›Î›ÎŸÐ¡ is also possible, representing the other important local river, Hyllos.

Possible catalog references are BMC Lydia 25 (or 26-27?), SNG Copenhagen 398, SNG München 439.
For the Hyllos reverse, Leypold 1153.

To emphasize the autonomy of certain Hellenistic polises, even under the Roman rule they sometimes used allegorical figures of Senate or Demos on obverses of their coins instead of imperial portraits. Saitta was issuing similar-looking coins with busts of emperors and their family as well, but in this issue the town Senate is honoured as the ruler. IÐ„Î¡A CYNKÎ›HTOC = Holy Senate. CAITTHNÎ©N = Saitta, Ð„PMOC = Hermos, the name of the river and its god.

River-Gods or Potamoi (Î Î¿Ï„Î±Î¼Î¿Î¯) were the gods of the rivers and streams of the earth, all sons of the great earth-encirling river Okeanos (Oceanus) and his wife Tethys. Their sisters were the Okeanides (Oceanids), goddesses of small streams, clouds and rain, and their daughters were the Naiades, nymphs of springs and fountains. A River-God was depicted in one of three forms: as a man-headed bull; a bull-horned man with the tail of a serpentine-fish in place of legs; or as a reclining man with an arm resting upon a pitcher pouring water, which we see in this case. The addition of cornucopia symbolizes the blessings that a particular river bestows on those who live near it.

Saitta or Saittae (Î£Î±Î¯Ï„Ï„Î±Î¹, Ptolemy 5.2.21: Î£ÎÏ„Ï„Î±Î¹, Î£Î¬ÎµÏ„Ï„Î±Î¹) was a polis in eastern Lydia (aka Maeonia), in the rivers' triangle between the upper Hyllus (modern Demirci ÇayÄ±, c. 12 km to the west) and the Hermus or Hermos (modern Gediz Nehri, c. 20 km to the south). In Roman imperial times it belonged to the "conventus" of Sardis in the Roman province of Asia (conventus was a territorial unit of a Roman province, mostly for judicial purposes).

Now its ruins are known now as Sidas Kaleh or Sidaskale in Turkey, near the village of Ä°çikler (Ä°cikler Mahallesi, 45900 Demirci/Manisa). They were never excavated, so are little known or cared for. Ruins of a stadium and a theatre survive, together with remains of some temples and tombs.

Not much is known about it. It was a regional centre for the production of textiles. In 124 AD the town was probably visited by emperor Hadrianus. During the Roman period the cult of the moon god MÄ“n Axiottenus was very popular in the city. Because of its reference to "angels" (both literally as the Greek word and by their function as god's messengers) it was possibly close to the more general Asia Minor cult of Theos Hypsistos, Î˜ÎµÎ¿Ï‚ á½•ÏˆÎ¹ÏƒÏ„Î¿Ï‚, "the highest god" (200 BC – 400 AD), which in turn was perhaps related to the gentile following of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Known Roman provincial coins issued by this city feature portraits of emperors from Hadrian to Gallienus, thus covering the period from 117 to 268 AD, with the peak around the Severan dynasty. The semi-autonomous issues are usually dated from mid-2nd to mid-3d century AD.

Later Saittae was the seat of a Byzantine bishopric. Bishop Limenius signed the Chalcedon Creed, while Bishop Amachius spoke at the Council of Chalcedon. Although an Islamic area now, Saittae remains a titular see of the Roman Catholic Church.Yurii P

Antimachos I Theos TetradrachmBAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Antimachos I, circa 180-165 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 31 mm, 17.08 g, 12 h), Baktra. Diademed and draped bust of Antimachos I to right, wearing flat topped kausia. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΘΕΟΥ - ΑΝΤΙΜΑΧΟΥ Poseidon, nude to the waist, standing facing, holding long trident in his right hand and filleted palm branch in his left; to lower right, monogram. Bopearachchi 1D. HGC 12, 106. Light marks and with minor doubling on the obverse, otherwise, very fine.

From the collection of Dr. D. Löer, formed since the 1970s, privately acquired from Lothar Holland (with original dealer's ticket).

Antimachos I Theos TetradrachmBACTRIANA Antimaco I Theos (circa 174-165 a.C) Tetradracma - Busto diademato a d. - R/ Poseidone stante di fronte - SNG ANS 276 AG (g 16,68) Graffi da lucidatura

Grading/Status: BB+

Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 133 (15 February 2006), lot 112: Estimate $750.
Sold for $450. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

KINGS of BAKTRIA. Antimachos I. Circa 174-165 BC. AR Tetradrachm (33mm, 16.40 g). Diademed and draped bust right, wearing kausia / Poseidon standing facing, holding trident and palm; N within circle to right. Bopearachchi Sèrie 1D; SNG ANS 276-277. VF, a little porous.

Antiochos II TheosAntiochos II Theos. 261-246 BC. Æ 16mm. Sardes(?) mint. Laureate head of Apollo right / Tripod; controls to outer left and right, anchor in exergue. SC 525.1c; HGC 9, 253a.Molinari

Antiochos II Theos261-246 BC. AR Tetradrachm (28mm, 16.17 g, 7h). Seleukeia on the Tigris mint. Diademed head of Antiochos I right / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY, Apollo Delphios seated left on omphalos, testing bow in his right hand, left hand resting on omphalos; monograms to outer left and right. SC 587.1c; ESM 180; HGC 9, 236g.
From the RJM Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group 60 (22 May 2002), lot 891.

My first coin from Seleukeia-on-the-Tigris
2 commentsThatParthianGuy

Antiochos II TheosAR Tetradrachm (28mm, 16.90 g, 1h). Lysimacheia mint. Diademed head right / Apollo Delphios, testing arrow and placing hand on grounded bow, seated left on omphalos; monograms to outer left and in exergue. SC 483.7; Le Rider, Lysimachie, Group 2, dies D1/R4; HGC 9, 236a; CSE 660 (same dies).ThatParthianGuy

Antiochos II Theos
SELEUKID KINGS of SYRIA. Antiochos II Theos. 261-246 BC. Æ (17mm, 4.09 g, 12h). Sardes mint. Laureate head of Apollo right / Tripod; anchor below; H to left, âˆ†I monogram to right. SC 522.9 var. (âˆ† to right); HSC 9, 253a. ecoli

Antiochos II TheosSELEUKID EMPIRE. Antiochos II Theos. 261-246 BC. AR Tetradrachm Seleukeia on the Tigris mint. Diademed head of Antiochos I right / Apollo, testing arrow and resting hand on bow, seated left on omphalos; monogram to outer left and outer right. SC 587.1a; HGC 9, 236g.ecoli

Antiochos II TheosSELEUKID KINGS OF SYRIA. Antiochos II Theos, 261-246 BC. AR Tetradrachm (29 mm, 16.71 g, 12 h), Ephesos (?). Diademed head of Antiochos II to right. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ Apollo, nude, seated left on omphalos, holding arrow in right hand and leaning with left on bow; to left, monogram of ΠA. HGC 239. SC 543.3.Ajax

Antiochos II Theos - AR tetradrachmSeleucie on Tigris
261-256 BC
diademed head of Antiochus I right
Apollo seated on omphalos left, holding arrow and bow
BAΣIΛEΩΣ // ANT_IOXOY
(HYP)_(ΠΩA)
SC I 587.1c, SNG Spaer 385-6, Newell ESM 180
16,95g 28mm
ex LanzJ. B.

Antiochos II Theos, AE16Antiochus II Theos, 261 - 246 BC, Sardes
16 mm, 4.13 g
obv: laureate head of Apollo right
rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOΥ, tripod, anchor below2 commentsareich

Antiochos II Theos. Apollo Delphios Tetradrachm of Seleukeia.Seleukids. Antiochos II Theos 261-243 BC AR Tetradrachm (17.073 gm, 29.3mm, 9h) of Seleukeia on Tigris. Diademed head of Antiochos I, right. / Apollo Delphios seated left on omphalos, slight drapery on thigh, holding arrow and bow, controls to left & right, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ. VF. Bt. Herakles Numismatics, 2003. SC I #587.1a; Newell ESM 178; SNG Spaer 382-383; SNG Cop 7 #80; ACNAC Houghton CSE I #455; HGC 9 #236g; SNG Cop 7 (Seleucid Kings) #80.Anaximander

Antiochos II Theos. Zeu Aëtophoros Tetradrachm of Laodicea ad Mare i/n/o Seleukos I. Seleukids. Antiochos II Theos 261-246 BC AR Tetradrachm (16.93 gm, 28.5mm, 1h) of Laodicea ad Mare, 250-246 BC i/n/o Seleukos I. Head of Herakles wearing lionskin headdress, right. / Zeus enthroned left, holding eagle and sceptre. ΣΕΛΕΥΚΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ. Dolphin & control to left, AB below throne. VF. Bt. Louis di Lauro, Coral Gables, 1999. SC I #576.5b; SNG Spaer 56; Newell WSM (Antiochos III) 1225, plate XLI #6 (same dies); HGC 9 #235.Anaximander

Antiochos II, TheosAE 18, Antiochos II, ca. 261-246 BC, Obv: Apollo right; Rev: BASILEWS SELEUKOU around Apollo seated on omphalos, lyre below, gF. Lindgren III, 997; Hoover HGC 9, 266 (C-S).Molinari

Antiochus II Theosarash p

Antiochus II Theos - AE double unit or unitSardis
261-246 BC
laureate head of Apollo right (spiral hair)
Tripod, anchor below
BAΣIΛEΩΣ / ANTIOXOY
Σ/E left , (HPYΔ) right
SC I 525.1; Newel WSM 1409; HGC 9 253a; SNG Spaer 360 var. (controls left); BMC Seleucid p. 15, 13 var. (same); SNG Cop 95 var. (same)
3,46g 17mmJ. B.

Antiochus II Theos - AR tetradrachmin the name of Seleukos I
Susa
261-246 BC
head of young Herakles wearing lion's skin right
Zeus seated left, leaning on scepter, holding eagle
ΣEΛEYKOY // (TAYP)
(ΔYP)
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
SC I 603.3c; HGC 9, 235
17,0g 25mm
ex KünkerJ. B.

Antiochus II Theos 261 - 246 B.C.Antiochus II Theos 261 - 246 B.C. Sardes, Lydia. Ae 9.8~10.2mm. 1.17g. Obv: Apollo laureate head 3/4 facing right. Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOΥ, tripod, anchor r. in ex. Houghton and Lorber 533ddwau

Antiochus II Theos, AE16, BAΣΙΛεΩε ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥAE16
Antiochus II Theos
King: 261 - 246BC
16.0mm 4.40gr 0h
O: NO LEGEND; Laureate head of Apollo, right.
R: BAΣΙΛεΩε ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ; Tripod, anchor below.
Control Mark: ε, left field.
Newell 1380
Kairos Numismatik Auction 5, Lot 192
6/9/18 8/8/18Nicholas Z

Antiochus II Theos. 261-246 B.C.Antiochus II Theos. 261-246 B.C. Ae 12.9~13.3mm. 1.90g. Sardes mint. Obv: Laureate head of Apollo right. Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOΥ, Kithara; anchor below, monogram to outer right. SC 528 var.; SNG Spaer 365-366; Houghton 603; Hoover 146. 1 commentsddwau

Antiochus II, Theos 261 - 246 B.C.Antiochus II, Theos 261 - 246 B.C. Ae16.0~16.7mm. 4.28g. Sardes mint. Obv: Laureate head of Apollo r. with curly hair falling down back of neck. Rev: Î’Î‘Î£Î™Î›Î•Î©Î£ ANTIOXOY, tripod-lebes; Î™Î”Î™ monogram to left, HXP monogram to right, in ex., anchor r. Ref: SNG Israel 351ff, Newell WSM 1410. SC 525•1c ddwau

Antiochus II, Theos 261 - 246 B.C.Antiochus II, Theos 261 - 246 B.C. Ae15.5~16.0mm. 3.63g. Antioch on the Orontes mint. Obv: Laureate head of Apollo r. with curly hair falling down back of neck (dotted border). Rev: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY, Apollo seated l. on omphalos, holding arrow and resting elbow on cithara. SC 572 ddwau

Antiochus IV 175-163 B.C.Antiochus IV Theos Epiphanes 175-163 B.C. Quasi-municipal issue, Antioch at Daphne (Antiocheia ad Orontem), Ae 19.7~20.9mm. 8.17g. Obv: Radiate and diademed head right, dotted border. Rev: ANTIOXEOΩN TΩN ΠΡOΣ ΔAΦNHN, to left and right of Zeus, standing left, holding wreath in outstretched hand, monograms in left and right field. SNG Spaer 1008, Babelon 624, BMC 71.ddwau

Antiochus IV 175-163 B.C.Antiochus IV Theos Epiphanes 175-163 B.C. Quasi-municipal issue (c. 168 - 164 B.C.), Alexandria by Issus (Alexandretta, modern Iskenderun), Ae 19.5~19.9mm. 8.11g. Obv: Diademed head of Antiochus IV, right, in tondo of Macedonian shield, one diadem end flying up behind and the other falling forward over shoulder. Rev: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΕΩΝ on right, Zeus, standing facing, head left, holding wreath in outstretched hand. Controls: outer left. Ref: Seleucid Coins 1392; CSE 2, 328; SNG Paris 2405; Babelon 651.ddwau

Apollo DelphiosApollo seated on the omphalos (Apollo Delphios) was the patron god of the Seleukids from the time of Antiochos I Soter who established this reverse coin image, which was to become emblematic of the early Seleukid dynasty.

This coin was issued by Antiochos II Theos 261-241 BC and is a previously undocumented emission of Antioch on the Orontes

Further background and attribution http://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-621071 comments

Athens New Style Tetradrachm 100/9 BCObs : Athena Parthanos right in tri-form helmet
16.25g 29mm Thompson issue 65
Thompson catalogue: Obs 875 : Rev NEW
REV : ΑΘΕ ethnic
Owl standing on overturned panathanaic amphora
on which month mark Λ control ME below
3 magistrates : DOSITHEOS XARIAS XAIR
RF symbol : Tyche, Staff & Cornucopia
All surrounded by an olive wreathcicerokid

Augustus, 27 BC - 14 ADObv: CAESAR AVGVSTVS, oak-wreathed head of Augustus facing right.

Rev: (D)IVVS - IVLIVS across field, a comet of eight rays with upward tail.

Note: "Sidus Iulium" or the Julian Star was a fiery comet that appeared in the heavens in May of 44 BC. On the opening day of the funeral games for Julius Caesar the comet's brightness dramatically intensified so that it was visible even in daylight. The timely appearance of the comet was taken as a sign of Caesar's apotheosis.

Silver Denarius, Caesaraugusta mint, 19 - 18 BC

3.7 grams, 19.5 mm, 180°

RIC I 37a, RSC 98, S1607 (var.), VM 573 commentsMatt Inglima

Bactria: Antimachos I Theos (ca. 185-170 BCE) AR Obol (MIG 127c; Bopearachchi Série 4B; SNG ANS 283-288)Obv: Diademed and draped bust right, wearing kausia
Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΘEOY ΑNTIMAXOY; Poseidon, laureate, standing facing, holding trident in right hand and cradling filleted palm in left arm; monogram to inner right
Dim: 0.66gQuant.Geek

BAKTRIA – EUTHYDEMOS I – AE – HERAKLES – HORSEBAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Euthydemos I Theos Megas. Circa 225-200/195 BC. Æ Double Unit (9,07g). Struck circa 225-208/6 BC. Bearded head of Herakles right / Horse prancing right.; HGC 12, 53.Antonivs Protti

Baktria, Euthydemos I. Herakles Seated on Rock Tetradrachm.Euthydemos I Theos Megas. 225-200 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.57 gm, 28.7mm, 12h) of Baktra, 215-210. Diademed and idealized head of Euthydemos I right. / Herakles, seated left on rock draped with lionskin, club resting on support before knee. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΕΥΘΥΔΕΜΟΥ. ᴘꓗ mgm to right. gVF. Ponterio CICF 2004 #1388. Bopearachchi Série 9A #13-14; HGC 12 #42; Kritt B14; MIG Type 94a; Sear Greek 7515; SNG ANS 9 #136; SNG Cop 7 (Parthia-India) #254-255. Cf. CNG 61 #950 (same dies).Anaximander

Baktria, Euthydemos I. Herakles Seated on Rock.Euthydemos I Theos Megas. 225-200 BC. AR Tetradrachm (15.25 gm, 27.7mm, 12h) of Baktra, 206-200 BC. Diademed and elderly head of Euthydemos I right. / Herakles seated left on rock draped with lionskin, resting club on thigh. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΕΥΘΥΔΕΜΟΥ. ᴾꓗ monogram to right. VF. Bopearachchi Série 12A #16; HGC 12 #43; Kritt B17. MIG 1 Type 94a; Sear Greek 7516; SNG ANS 9 #141-142; SNG Cop 7 #254-255. cf. Roma Num. E-Sale 86 #665 (same dies).Anaximander

Baktria, Euthydemos I. Herakles Seated on Rock.Euthydemos I Theos Megas. 225-200 BC. AR Drachm (3.44 gm, 16.5mm, 7h). Diademed head of Euthydemos I right / Heracles seated left on rock, resting club on pile of stones. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΕΥΘΥΔΕΜΟΥ. VF. Contemporary Sogdian imitation? Bt. Guy Clark, Charlotte, 2011. Bopearachchi Série 7A; HGC 12 #46; Kritt A3; MIG 1 Type 90, #1613; SNG ANS 9 #133. Cf. Heberden Coin Room HCR45139 for similar type. Anaximander

BYZANTINE EMPIRE - Anonymous Class CAnonymous Follis Class C Michael IV Jesus Christ Class C Follis Attributed to Michael IV Obv: EMMANOVHA - Facing bust of Jesus Christ, holding nimbus cross and gospel Rev: IC-XC/ NI-KA - Short cross divides inscription into four equal parts Byzantine Empire AD 1034-1041 = D. Sear Byzantine Coinage and Their Values, p. 377, 1825 7.95 g. The coin was struck during the time the Byzantine emperor Michael IV (1034-1041 AD) and it is the basic denomination. Part of the coinage during this period was struck without the attribution of the emperor but as apotheos of the Christ. The obverse legend EMANUIL (in Greek) is from Hebrew (imanuil) meaning: The God is with us. The reverse is abbreviation IC = Isus = Jesus; XC = Hristo= Christ; NIKA = Nikator = Victor, Victorious. dpaul7

Caracalla, Odessos, Theos Megas, AE28AE28, 10.78 g
obv: laureate head right
rev: the Great God of Odessos standing left, holding patera and cornucopia, lighted altar at feetareich

Countermark Bee on Antiochos II Countermark Bee (Ephesos ?)
on worn
Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochos II Theos
261-246 B.C.
Obv.: Head of Apollo right, hair falling in curls
Rev.: [B]A[ΣIΛ]E[ΩΣ] ANTIOX[OΥ], tripod
AE, 14.4mm, 3gshanxi

Cr 392/1b AR Denarius L. Farsuleius Mensor76 BCE
o: Draped bust of Liberty right wearing stephane and pearl necklace, cap of liberty and SC behind, MENSOR before
r: Roma or male warrior in biga right, assisting togate figure to mount, control number XXCIX below horses, L FARSVLEI in ex
Crawford 392/1b; Farsuleia 2.
3.92gg. (4h)
Each control numeral in this issue appears on only one reverse die
This coin is in splendid condition for the type and nicely struck
Update: I recommend Yarrow, L., Romulus’ Apotheosis (RRC 392), AJN Second Series 30 (2018) pp. 145–161, for an interesting discussion of the reverse as depicting the ascension of Romulus, aided by Mars, and a discussion as to why this type appears in the mid-70s.PMah

Crawford 518/2, ROMAN IMPERATORIAL, Octavian, AR DenariusRome. The Imperators.
Octavian, 44-27 BCE.
AR Denarius (3.67g; 17mm; 11h).
Military mint travelling with Octavian, 41BCE.

Obverse: C•CAESAR•III•VIR R•P•C; Octavian’s bare head facing right.

Reverse: POPVL IVSSV; Equestrian statue (Octavian?) left.

References: Crawford 518/2; HCRI 299; Sydenham 1317 (R5); BMCRR Gaul 79-80; Julia 97; Banti & Simonetti 701/2 (this coin illustrated).

Provenance: Ex Charles Chamberlain Collection [CNG eSale 509 (9 Feb 2022) Lot 624]; Andrew McCabe Collection [Italo Vecchi Ltd. 17 (15 Dec 1999), Lot 804]; acquired privately from Baldwin’s in 1992; Barone Dr. Pompeo Bonazzi di Sannicandro (1876-1956) Collection [Rodolfo Ratto (23 Jan 1924) Lot 1444].

This type is scarce and generally comes very poorly struck or from worn dies. Obverse die links prove that this type was struck together with the Crawford 518/1 denarii struck by Balbus as Propraetor (see adjacent coin by Balbus in this gallery). Crawford reports 11 obverse dies and 12 reverse dies; Schaefer RRDP has 24 obverse dies for BOTH 518/1 (Balbus type) and 518/2 and 15 reverse dies for 518/2. Based on an inscription, published by Orelli, from a Vatican plinth containing the words “IVSSV POPVLI” (“by order of the people”) originally associated with a statue of Julius Caesar, Babelon thought the reverse depicted a statue of Julius Caesar dedicated in 42BCE at the time of Caesar’s apotheosis. Grueber disagreed, pointing out that since most public statues were erected by order of the Roman people, a similar inscription could apply to a statue of Octavian. He assigned the reverse type as depicting an equestrian statue of Octavian dedicated in 41BCE after the Battle of Philippi. Sear agrees with Grueber on this point, while Crawford merely describes the statue as a “Galloping equestrian statute” without specific attribution.

This coin was part of the important Bonazzi Collection, which was sold anonymously in two parts by Rodolfo Ratto in the mid-1920s. Bonazzi began collecting about 1910 and quickly assembled a broad collection of Roman Republican coins in a very short time.
3 commentsCarausius

Euthydemos I TetradrachmGreco-Baktrian Kingdom, Euthydemos I Theos Megas AR Tetradrachm. Mint A (near Aï Khanoum), circa 206-200 BC. Diademed head to right, with elderly features / Herakles seated to left on rocky outcropping, holding club set on rocks; BAΣIΛEΩΣ and monogram to right, EYΘYΔHMOY to left. Glenn, Group III; Kritt A17; cf. Bopearachchi 11A (for monogram but on an oktadrachm) and 12 (for type, but monogram unlisted); SNG ANS -; cf. HGC 12, 40. 15.18g, 28mm, 12h.

Very Fine; somewhat corroded.

From the Neil Collection.

Gaius Fannius (Apamea ad Maeandrum. Stumpf 57)Promagisterial Cistophori. Gaius Fannius as propraetor of Asia. Mantitheos, magistrate. AR Cistophoric tetradrachm. Apameia, 49/48 BC. Serpent emerging from cista mystica; all within wreath / C. FAN PONT PR. Two serpents flanking a tetrastyle temple, surmounted by a female cult statue holding patera and sceptre. MΑΝΤΙΘ[ΕΟΣ / MΑΝΤΙΘΕΟΥ]. Stumpf 57; Metcalf 473 (O24/R72)zadie

GG, Antiochos Theos, 261-246 BCGold stater, 18.46mm, 8.37g, EF
Struck before c. 250 BC under Diodotos I at Ai Khanoum(?) [Baktria] mint
Diademed middle-aged head of Diodotus I right / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY, naked Zeus striding left, aegis over extended left arm, about to hurl fulmen with raised right arm; eagle at feet, N inner left field. RCOA
Ex: Glenn Woods
Newell, ESM 713; Mitchner p. 39, 637 commentsLawrence W

Gordian III & Theos Megas, Odessos, EagleObv: AVT M ANT ΓOPΔIANOC, AVΓ below, facing busts of Gordian III and Theos Megas
Rev: ODHCCEITΩWN eagle facing, looking left, wreath in beak.
GICV -

$15areich

Gordian III and Theos Megas, Odessa, Nemesisobv: confronted busts of Gordian III and Theos Megas
rev: Nemesis standing left
reverse double struck
GICV -

€13areich

Greek, Macedonian Kingdom, Alexander III (the Great), 323 - 317 B.C., Price 2247b, AR-Drachm, Zeus seated on throne left, griffin left, Rare! Macedonia, Kings, Alexander III, The Great, Ionia, Theos, West Asia Minor, (323 - 319 B.C.), Ar-Drachm, Price 2247b, Zeus seated on throne left, griffin left, Rare!
avers:- Herakles' head right, clad in Nemean lion scalp headdress tied at neck,
revers:- AΛEΞANΔΡOΥ, Zeus seated on throne left, right leg drawn back, holding eagle and scepter, griffin left;,
exerg: , diameter: 15mm, weight: 3,99g, axes: 10 h,
mint: Macedonia, Kings, Alexander III, The Great, Ionia, Theos, West Asia Minor, date: posthumous, c. 323 - c. 319 B.C., ref: Price 2247b,
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GREEK, Antioche de Syrie, p. 46, pl.4, G (this coin), Seleucid Coins 534.3 (this coin illustrated on Plate 25)Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochos II Theos, 261-246 BC, AR Tetradrachm - Tralles
Diademed head of Antiochos II right.
Î’Î‘Î£Î™Î›Î•Î©Î£ ANTIOXOY Apollo seated left on omphalos, holding arrow with left hand resting on bow; YA monogram in inner left field and ME in exergue.
Antioche de Syrie, p. 46, pl.4, G (this coin) dies A1-P5, referenced to W K Raymond coll., Fresno California; SC 534.3 (this coin - illustrated on Plate 25); HGC 9, 238i.
Tralles mint.
(30 mm, 16.45 g, 12h).
ex- Eukratides Ancient Numismatics; consigned from the William K. Raymond Collection.

This coin is referenced in Seleucid Coins (Volume I page 190 and Volume II Plate 25) with the comment, ‘Antioche de Syrie p.46. 14. Pl 4 G dies A1-P5 in W. K. Raymond coll, Fresno, California. Obverse die link with cat. Nos. 534.1-2 above, die in a very worn state, reverse die of barbarous style’. In describing the series to which this coin belongs, Seleucid Coins notes that it employs an obverse die of fine style, which after receiving considerable wear, is ultimately paired with a barbarous reverse die.

Tralles where this coin was struck was located in Ionia, about 50 kilometres inland from Ephesus.

References:
Georges le Rider. Antioche de Syrie sous les Séleucides Corpus des monnaies d'or et d'argent. I: De Séleucos I à Antiochos V, c. 300-161. Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, 1999.

Houghton A. and Lorber C. Seleucid Coins A Comprehensive Catalogue Part I Seleucus I through Antiochus III Volumes I & II. The American Numismatic Society, New York in association with Classical Numismatic Group Inc Lancaster/London 2002. n.igma

Hadrian Denarius Roma 138 AD Eagle standingReference.
RIC II, 389B; C 271; Strack ; RIC III,

Bust A1+

Obv. DIVVS HADRIANVS AVG
Head of Divus Hadrian, bare, right

Rev. CONSECRATIO
Eagle standing front on globe, head turned left, wings spread

3.04 gr
18 mm
6h

Note.
From the estate of Thomas Bentley Cederlind.

Consecratio was the apotheosis of the dead Roman emperors, which however was only bestowed on those who were judged worthy of her by the Senate or by their successors.
However, it is well known, how generous people in Rome with this honor mishandled. Even empresses enjoyed after their death the privilege of consecratio. After their consecratio they got the nickname of Divi or Divae. Several ceremonies at the funeral went to the consecratio advance. In burning the corpse on the pyre rose include becoming an eagle from the flames to heaven. The emperors and empresses thus become the god had their own temples, priests and parties. They were so entirely assimilated to the gods.

The emperors themselves have mocked their deification. In the Historia Augusta is sick of Vespasian told that he says "I feel to be a God." In his famous poem "Animula vagula blandula" Hadrian doubt his deification.okidoki

IONIA, UncertainIonia, 261-246 BC, uncertain location on the Meander River. Undertype: Antiochos II, Theos, Apollo/Tripod (SC 537, uncertain mint, possibly Tralles, notice the peculiar depiction of the "N"). Countermark features Acheloios Oxus Meander as a humped man-faced bull, head in profile, meander symbol above. Unique. MSP I, 503 (this coin illustrated).Molinari

Italy- Rome- The Arch of TitoThe Arch of Titus (Arcus Titi) is a triumphal arch that commemorates the victory of the emperors Vespasian and Titus in Judea in 70 CE, which lead to the conquest of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Jewish temple there, and the triumphal procession the two held in Rome in 71 CE. It is situated at the E. entrance to the Forum Romanum, on the Via Sacra, south of the Temple of Amor and Roma, close to the Colosseum.

The arch was definitely erected sometimes after after the death of Titus in 81 CE, since Titus is referred to as Divus in the inscription. The deification of an emperor only happened posthumously after decision by the senate. It was most probably erected by emperor Domitian who succeeded his brother Titus in 81 CE, but it has also been suggested that it was built later, by Trajan, because of stylistic similarities with the Arch of Trajan at Benevento.

The Arch of Titus is a single arch, measuring 15.4m in height, 13.5m in width and 4.75m in depth, originally constructed entirely in Pantelic marble, with four semi-columns on each side. The external decorations include figures of Victoria with trophies on the spandrels and images of Roma and the Genius of Rome on the two keystones.

The inscription on the E. side is the original dedication of the arch by the senate. It reads:

Senatus
Populusque Romanus
divo Tito divo Vespasiani f(ilio)
Vespasiano Augusto

The senate
and people of Rome
to the divine Titus, son of the divine Vespasian,
Vespasianus Augustus

The inside the archway the monument is decorated with reliefs in marble. The S. side shows the beginning of the triumphal entry into Rome of the victorious emperor and his troops. The soldiers, walking left to right, are carrying the spoils of war, which include the seven armed candelabrum and the silver trumpets from the temple of Jerusalem. The signs carried by some soldiers displayed the names of the conquered cities and people. To the right the procession is entering the city through the Porta Triumphalis.

The N. side of the arch is decorated with a relief of the emperor in the triumphal procession. The emperor is riding a quadriga, which is lead by the goddess Roma, and he is crowned by Victoria flying above him. The lictors are walking in front of the chariot with their long ceremonial axes. After the emperor follow as a young man, who represents the Roman people, and an older man in toga, representing the senate. In the middle, under the vault a small relief shows the apotheosis of Titus, flying to the heavens on the back of an eagle.
Peter Wissing

Italy- Rome- The arch of Tito and inside the archesThe Arch of Titus (Arcus Titi) is a triumphal arch that commemorates the victory of the emperors Vespasian and Titus in Judea in 70 CE, which lead to the conquest of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Jewish temple there, and the triumphal procession the two held in Rome in 71 CE. It is situated at the E. entrance to the Forum Romanum, on the Via Sacra, south of the Temple of Amor and Roma, close to the Colosseum.

The arch was definitely erected sometimes after after the death of Titus in 81 CE, since Titus is referred to as Divus in the inscription. The deification of an emperor only happened posthumously after decision by the senate. It was most probably erected by emperor Domitian who succeeded his brother Titus in 81 CE, but it has also been suggested that it was built later, by Trajan, because of stylistic similarities with the Arch of Trajan at Benevento.

The Arch of Titus is a single arch, measuring 15.4m in height, 13.5m in width and 4.75m in depth, originally constructed entirely in Pantelic marble, with four semi-columns on each side. The external decorations include figures of Victoria with trophies on the spandrels and images of Roma and the Genius of Rome on the two keystones.

The inscription on the E. side is the original dedication of the arch by the senate. It reads:

Senatus
Populusque Romanus
divo Tito divo Vespasiani f(ilio)
Vespasiano Augusto

The senate
and people of Rome
to the divine Titus, son of the divine Vespasian,
Vespasianus Augustus

The inside the archway the monument is decorated with reliefs in marble. The S. side shows the beginning of the triumphal entry into Rome of the victorious emperor and his troops. The soldiers, walking left to right, are carrying the spoils of war, which include the seven armed candelabrum and the silver trumpets from the temple of Jerusalem. The signs carried by some soldiers displayed the names of the conquered cities and people. To the right the procession is entering the city through the Porta Triumphalis.

The N. side of the arch is decorated with a relief of the emperor in the triumphal procession. The emperor is riding a quadriga, which is lead by the goddess Roma, and he is crowned by Victoria flying above him. The lictors are walking in front of the chariot with their long ceremonial axes. After the emperor follow as a young man, who represents the Roman people, and an older man in toga, representing the senate. In the middle, under the vault a small relief shows the apotheosis of Titus, flying to the heavens on the back of an eagle.
Peter Wissing

Italy- Rome- The entrance to Forum and the arch of TitoThe Arch of Titus (Arcus Titi) is a triumphal arch that commemorates the victory of the emperors Vespasian and Titus in Judea in 70 CE, which lead to the conquest of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Jewish temple there, and the triumphal procession the two held in Rome in 71 CE. It is situated at the E. entrance to the Forum Romanum, on the Via Sacra, south of the Temple of Amor and Roma, close to the Colosseum.

The arch was definitely erected sometimes after after the death of Titus in 81 CE, since Titus is referred to as Divus in the inscription. The deification of an emperor only happened posthumously after decision by the senate. It was most probably erected by emperor Domitian who succeeded his brother Titus in 81 CE, but it has also been suggested that it was built later, by Trajan, because of stylistic similarities with the Arch of Trajan at Benevento.

The Arch of Titus is a single arch, measuring 15.4m in height, 13.5m in width and 4.75m in depth, originally constructed entirely in Pantelic marble, with four semi-columns on each side. The external decorations include figures of Victoria with trophies on the spandrels and images of Roma and the Genius of Rome on the two keystones.

The inscription on the E. side is the original dedication of the arch by the senate. It reads:

Senatus
Populusque Romanus
divo Tito divo Vespasiani f(ilio)
Vespasiano Augusto

The senate
and people of Rome
to the divine Titus, son of the divine Vespasian,
Vespasianus Augustus

The inside the archway the monument is decorated with reliefs in marble. The S. side shows the beginning of the triumphal entry into Rome of the victorious emperor and his troops. The soldiers, walking left to right, are carrying the spoils of war, which include the seven armed candelabrum and the silver trumpets from the temple of Jerusalem. The signs carried by some soldiers displayed the names of the conquered cities and people. To the right the procession is entering the city through the Porta Triumphalis.

The N. side of the arch is decorated with a relief of the emperor in the triumphal procession. The emperor is riding a quadriga, which is lead by the goddess Roma, and he is crowned by Victoria flying above him. The lictors are walking in front of the chariot with their long ceremonial axes. After the emperor follow as a young man, who represents the Roman people, and an older man in toga, representing the senate. In the middle, under the vault a small relief shows the apotheosis of Titus, flying to the heavens on the back of an eagle.

Peter Wissing

MAFJa34 ApotheosisMarcus Aurelius

Sestertius

Bare head, right, DIVVS M ANTONINVS PIVS
Eagle flying aloft, bearing Marcus Aurelius sitting left on its back, holding sceptre, CONSECRATIO SC

RIC 659 (Commodus)

Marcus Aurelius died on 17 March 180 in Vindobona (Vienna). The Historia Augusta records, Now his death came about like this: when he had begun to be ill, he called his son to him and first requested of him that he should not belittle what remained of the war [Commodus instead negotiated a hasty peace]. . . . Then he stopped eating and drinking, being eager to die, and made his illness worse. . . . On the seventh day, he became worse and allowed only his son in to him, and he even sent him away at once, in case he caught the disease. When he had done so, he covered his head as if wanting to sleep, but during the night he breathed his last."

Commodus had his father deified. Perhaps he found Faustina among the gods.Blindado

Mariniana (254 - 258 A.D.)AR Antoninianus
O: DIVAE MARINIANAE, Veiled and draped bust right, set on crescent.
R: CONSECRATIO, Apotheosis of Mariniana: Mariniana, raising hand and holding scepter, reclining left on peacock flying upward to the right.
Rome Mint
22mm
3.3g
RIC 6

Ex Hans Schulman April 21, 19623 commentsMat

Moesia inferior, Odessos, Gordian III & Theos Megas, AMNG 2371Gordian III, AD 238-244
AE 27, 11.40g
struck probably AD 238
obv. AVT M ANT GORDIANOC / AVG
confronted busts of Gordian III, draped and cuirassed, laureate, r., and the Great God of Odessos, in himation and with kalathos, hlding cornucopiae, l.
rev. ODHC - C - EITWN
price-crown, decorated with zigzag lines, two palm-branches sticking up from the opening, inscribed with DARZALEIA
in the field below E (for Pentassarion)
AMNG I/2, 2371; Moushmov 1675
rare, about EF
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DARZALEIA were games in honour of the Great God of Odessos. This type is one of the proofs that the Great God and the Thracian god Darzelas were mixed together. In AD 238 such games took place problaby in the presence of the emperor (Pick p.528).

For more information look at the thread 'Coins of mythological interest'Jochen

Moesia inferior, Odessos, Gordian III & Theos Megas, AMNG, 2353Gordian III, AD 238-244
AE 27, 12.6g
obv. AVT.M.ANT. - GORDIANOC / AVG
Confronting busts of Gordian III, draped and cuirassed, laureate, r., and
Theos Megas, in himation and wearing kalathos, l., holding cornucopiae in l.
arm
rev. ODHC - CEITWN
Nemesis-Aequitas, in long garment, stg. l., holding scales in r. hand and
measuring rod in l. arm, wheel at feet l.
AMNG I/2, 2353 (2 ex., Philippopolis and Weiss)
rare, F+/about VF, dark-green patina

The measuring rod here looks actually like a short torch!
Jochen

Moesia inferior, Odessos, Septimius Severus, AMNG 2260 (rev. only)Septimius Severus, AD 193-211
AE 27, 9.88g
obv. AV KL CEP - CEVHR[O]C P (HR ligate)
bust, draped and cuirassed, laureate, r.
rev. O - DHCCE - ITWN
The Great God of Edessos, in himation, standing l., sacrificing from patera over
burning altar; holding cornucopiae in l. arm
ref. a) not in AMNG
rev. AMNG I/2, 2260
obv. AMNG I/2, 2260 (legend)
AMNG I/2, 2261 (bust type)
b) Varbanov (engl.) 4347
c) SNG Copenhagen 672 var.
about VF, die break on rev.

The Great God, Theos Megas, was the old Thracian god Darsalas or Derzelates. To honour him there were games in Odessos, the Darzaleia. In AD 238 they took place in the presence of the Emperor as it was reported on coins.

For more information look at the thread 'Coins of mythological interest'4 commentsJochen

Moesia inferior, Odessos, Septimius Severus, AMNG 2271Septimius Severus, AD 193-211
AE 26, 9.39g
struck posthumous after 211 under Caracalla and Geta
obv. DIVW CEV - HRW PEIW
Head of Severus without wreath, r.
rev. ODHCC - E - ITWN
The Great God of Odessos, in himation and wearing kalathos, stg. l., holding cornucopiae in . arm and sacrificing from patera over flaming altar, stg. l. before him
AMNG I/2, 2271 (2 ex., Moskow, Munich); Varbanov (engl.) 4357
rare, VF, dark-green patina
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Pick writes: The obv. is the exact imitation of some Roman consecration denari, so that face, hair and beard step by step seem to be re-cut. That is the explanation too that for the reproduction of the legend DIVO SEVERO PIO instead of the usual term Theos the Latin loan word DIVUS was taken, which otherwise never occurs on coins - at least on authentic ones.
1 commentsJochen

Odessos, Gordian III & Great God of OdessosObviously Gordian III as Robert stated. Obv. legend AVT KM ANT GORDIANOC and AVG below. But it is not Serapis but the Great God of Odessos! I have an article about this deity in the thread 'Mythological interessent coins'. Perhaps you take a look. You can differentiate the Great God (greek = Theos Megas) from Serapis easily by the cornucopiae he always is holding. The cornucopiae you can see at the rigt brder under the -OC of GORDIANOC.
The reverse is ODHCC - EITWN. The O you can see too. E in the left field for pentassarion. It s AMNG 2341 if the size is AE27. Only one spec. in Sofia known in AMNG, so I think it is a rare one.ecoli

Odessus ThraceObv: Laureate head right.
Rev: ΟΔΗСΙ
Theos Megas reclining l., holding cornucopia in his r. hand.
RPC III 765

3.04g, 16mmklausklage

Pisidia, Antiochia, Julia Domna SNG BD 1161Julia Domna AD 193-211, wife of Septimius Severus
AE 34, 22.61g
obv. IVLIA A - VGVSTA
bust, draped, r.
rev. COL CAE - S ANTIOCH / S-R
Moongod Men, draped, with Phrygian bonnet, standing facing, head r.,
crescent on shoulders, ribbons hanging down from shoulders and ellbows,
holding sceptre r., l. arm resting on cippus, holding in l. hand globe with Victory
with trophy over shoulder walking r., l. foot standing on Bucranium, at r. foot cock
walking l.
SNG BD 1161; SNG Paris 31123; BMC 32
VF

MEN, Anatolian moongod. In Hellenistic times his worshipping expands over Phrygia, Pisidia and whole Asia minor up to Greece. Here he was the god of the slaves. As syncretistic deity he merged with Attis, Sabazios, Zeus Dolichenos and Mithras. At last he was god of heaven (Megas Men Ouranios) and master of underworld (Men Katachthonios) and even the only one god (Eis Theos). In Antiochia there was a big sanctuary for him.

For more information look at the thread 'Coins of mythological interest' 1 commentsJochen

RIC 0872 Titus as Caesar [Vespasian]AR Denarius, 3.10g
Rome Mint, 76 AD
Obv: T CAESAR IMP VESPASIANVS; Head of Titus, laureate, bearded, r.
Rev: COS V across field; Eagle head l. standing on thunderbolt, on Altar. Very uncommon with thunderbolt showing.
RIC 872 (C). BMC 192. RSC 60. BNC 168.
Acquired from Incitatus Coins April 2008.

A mysterious reverse type struck for Titus Caesar and Vespasian in 76. H. Mattingly in BMCRE II hints that it might be a reference to the death of Mucianus which occurred that year. Mucianus was the governor of Syria who helped Vespasian rise to the purple. The interpretation here would be the eagle as a symbol of the after-life. I've always had my doubts about Mattingly's reading. The eagle when depicted on a funeral pyre or altar is an apotheosis type, here there is no such pyre or altar. The eagle sits upon a garlanded base, clutching a thunderbolt (missing on this specimen), with no legend referring to the eagle specifically. The following are the three main symbolic meanings of the eagle in the Roman world: as an attribute of Jupiter, a symbol of the Roman legions, a funerary type. In the case of the above coin, my guess would be the eagle is in the guise of Jupiter since a thunderbolt is clutched.

Variant version missing the thunderbolt.2 commentsDavid Atherton

RIC10, p.274, 438 - Valentinian III, victoryValentinianus III
Æ-Nummus, Kyzikos
Obv: DN VALENTINIANO P F AVG, Bust of Valentinian, draped, cuirrased, right-
Rev: Victory advancing forward, holding wreath in both hands. SMKA
RIC X (theososius II), p. 274, 438, R3
shanxi

ROMAN EMPIRE PROVINCIAL, THRACE, Odessus Hadrian Theos Megas recliningReference.
RPC III,---; AMNG -, Varbanov -

Obv. ΑΥΤΟ ΝΕΡ ΤΡΑ ΚΑΙ ΣΕ ΓΕΡ - ΔΑ
Laureate head of Hadrian, r. with drapery on l. shoulder

Rev. ΟΔΗССΕΙΤΩΝ
Theos Megas reclining l., holding cornucopia in his r. hand

3.13 gr
15 mm1 commentsokidoki

Seleucia, Seleukid Kingdom, 03 Antiochus II., Theos, (261-246 B.C.), SC 525.1, AE-17, BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY, Tripod, Seleucia, Seleukid Kingdom, 03 Antiochus II., Theos, (261-246 B.C.), SC 525.1, AE-17, BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY, Tripod,
avers:- Head of Apollo facing right, wearing laurel wreath, with spiral curls, one falling forward, another at back of neck, much of neck exposed.
revers:- BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY, Tripod, standing on anchor, monogram control marks at left and right.
exerg: -/-//--, diameter: 17mm, weight: 4,41g, axes: 10h,
mint: Seleucia, Antiochus-II, Theos, Sardes mint, date: 261-246 B.C., ref: SC 525.1, SNG Cop 95, SNG Spaer 362, BMC Seleucid p. 15, 13,
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Seleucid - Antiochus II Theos (261-246 BCE)Metal/Size: AR28.68; Weight: 16.39 grams; Denomination: Tetradrachm; Mint: Seleucia-on-the-Tigris; Date: 261-246 BCE; Obverse: Diademed head of Antiochus II right. Reverse: Apollo seated left on an omphalos, holding an arrow and leaning on a bow - test cuts - ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ / ΑΝΤΙ−ΟΧΟΥ (King Antiochus) - appears to be sideways hourglass symbol to left of X; no symbol identifiable on right or below Apollo. References: SC #587.3c; Possibly Newell ESM 189; SNG Spaer 390 (or similar). museumguy

Seleucid - Antiochus II Theos (261-248 BCE)Metal/Size: AE18; Weight: 4.5 grams; Denomination: Unknown; Mint: Antioch; Date: 261-246 BCE; Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right. Reverse: Tripod/lebes, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ, anchor in exergue, monograms left and right.
References: SNG Spaer #362; SGCV #6891 var.museumguy

Seleucid - Antiochus VI Theos or Dionysus (145-142 BCE)Metal/Size: AE20; Weight: 8.32 grams; Denomination: Serrate Unit; Mint: Antioch; Date: 145-142 BCE; Obverse: Radiate head of Antiochus right wreathed in ivy Reverse: Elephant walking left, holding torch in raised trunk - ΣTA over star (control symbols) in right field - BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY EΠIΦANOYΣ ΔIONYΣOY. References: Houghton-Lorber II, 2006c; SNG Spear #1774; SNG Cop. #304v; HGC 9, #1043 (C-S)museumguy

Seleucid Kingdom - Antiochus II Theos (261-246 BC)AR tetradrachm (26mm, 16.88 gm, 11h). Northern Mesopotamia. ca. 261-252 BC. Diademed head of Antiochus II right / ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ Apollo seated left on omphalos, examining arrow and resting hand on grounded bow, monograms in outer left and right fields. WSM 1137; SC 580.4; HGC 9. NGC AU 5/5 - 4/5.

In considering this issue, Newell noted the stylistic dependence on Antioch and settled on nearby Apamea as the probable mint. However, Le Rider (Antioche de Syrie) demonstrated a more plausible origin in Northern Mesopotamia, based on hoard evidence. Houghton and Lorber catalogue the origin as Uncertain Mint 30, probably in Northern Mesopotamia.

RobertBohn

SELEUCID KINGDOM. Antiochus II Theos (261-246 BC). AE (16mm, 4 gm, 12h). Sardes. Obv. Laureate head of Apollo right.
Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ / ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ, tripod, monograms to outer left and right, below, anchor left.
SNG Spaer 360. Canaan

SELEUKID EMPIRE. Antiochos II Theos AR TetradrachmCirca 261-246 B.C. 16.87gms, 28mm, 11h. Obverse: diademed head of Antiochos I to right. Reverse: weary Herakles seated left on rock, lion skin draped over rock, holding club set on ground, cup to outer left, AP monogram below royal title. Secondary monograms in exergue. Side mint. SC 505.2. Slight smoothing on obverse field. Otherwise, extremely fine. Rare.

Please click image for better resolution.

Ex Roma Numismatics
Ex private French collection

This is an example of a rare coin of Antiochos II depicting Herakles on the reverse. Most of Antiochos' coins show a sitting effeminate, smooth-bodied Apollo on an omphalos. This coin is a rare departure from the usual iconography of the reverse side but instead shows an exceptionally elegant and masculine demigod-hero Herakles rendered artistically celebrating strength, self-sacrifice, heroism and ideal male beauty. Truly a sculptural art in miniature. 3 commentsJason T

Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochus II Theos - AE 18, 261-246 BCESardes
261-246 BCE
laureate head of Apollo right
Tripod, anchor below
BAΣIΛEΩΣ / ANTIOXOY
Σ/E left , (HPYΔ) right
SNG Spaer 363 or similar
3,46g 18-17mmNORMAN K

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC
AE 16.5 mm 4.20 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo right.
R: BASILEWS right, ANTIOXOY left, tripod; anchor below
Sardes mintlaney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261 - 246 B.C.
AE 21 mm, 8.53 g
O: laureate head of Apollo right, hair falling in spiral curls
R:BASILEWS ANTIOCOU tripod
Sardes Mintlaney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC
Æ 17.5mm, 4.78 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo r.
R: BAÎ£Î™Î›Î•Î©Î£ ANTIOXOY Tripod; monograms to outer l. and r., anchor in exergue.1 commentslaney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC
AE 16 mm, 3.49 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo with short hair, right
R: BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY. Tripod, anchor below
Sardes mint (first series); cf. Houghton and Lorber (SC)l#520.1: WSM1379laney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC
Æ 16 mm; 4.04 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo r.
R: BAÎ£Î™Î›Î•Î©Î£ ANTIOXOY Tripod; monogram to left.laney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC
Æ 17.5mm, 4.10 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo r.
R: Tripod; monograms to outer l. and r., anchor in exergue. Countermark of bow to right, countermark of anchor below.laney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC.
Æ 17 mm 3.65 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo right
R: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ Tripod; anchor below; monogram to left, MIΛ right.
Sardes mint; SC 522.1a; HSC 9, 253alaney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC
Æ 15.5mm, 4.01 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo r.
R: BAÎ£Î™Î›Î•Î©Î£ ANTIOXOY Tripod; monograms to outer l. and r., anchor in exergue. laney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHOS II THEOS261-246 BC.
AE 13 mm, 1.68 g
O: Laureate head of Apollo right
R: Lyre; monogram in far right field; anchor beneath.
Sardes. cf. SC 529.laney

SELEUKID KINGDOM--(02) ANTIOCHUS II THEOS261 - 246 B.C.
AE 16 mm, 3.9 g
O: laureate head of Apollo right, hair falling in spiral curls;
R: BASILEWS ANTIOCOU, tripod, monogram to left, anchor below,
Sardes mintlaney

Severus Alexander, Odessos, Theos Megas, AE27Severus Alexander, 218-215 AD Æ 27mm of Odessos, Thrace
26.5mm, 10.35g
Obv: M AVP ALEZANDROC, draped bust right
Rev: ODHCCEITWN, Theos Megas standing left holding patera over altar before him & cornucopia.
AMNG 2311, SNG Cop 677areich

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