Ancient Greece – Pergamon, Mysia – AE15 – Athena & Coiled Serpent
A fascinating ancient Greek bronze coin from Pergamon in Mysia, one of the most important cultural and political centers of the Hellenistic world.
The coin features Athena, the revered Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, paired with a coiled serpent on the reverse. Serpent imagery was particularly significant in the ancient Greek world and was associated with protection, healing, and divine symbolism.
Coin Details:
- Region: Ancient Greece
- City: Pergamon, Mysia
- Denomination: AE15
- Metal: Bronze
- Obverse: Athena
- Reverse: Coiled serpent
- Period: Hellenistic Era
- Diameter: Approximately 15 mm
- Date: c. 2nd–1st Century BC (Hellenistic Period)
- Condition: Please examine the photographs carefully for the exact grade, patina, surfaces, and remaining details.
A charming and historically significant example of Hellenistic bronze coinage, ideal for collectors of Ancient Greek, Pergamene, Mysian, and Hellenistic coins.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they are an integral part of the description and show the actual coin being offered. Sold as shown.
