Kingdom of Pontus / Amisos: Time of Mithradates VI Eupator (c. 105–90 or 85 BC) Bronze Æ – Nemesis / Magistrate Metro
Historical Overview
Struck during the reign of Mithradates VI "the Great" of Pontus, this regional civic bronze from Amisos features Nemesis (goddess of retribution and divine justice) holding a pair of balance scales in her right hand and a bow in her left, with a wheel at her feet. The obverse depicts the helmeted head of Athena (or a helmeted hero/divinity). The reverse bears the magistrate's name ΜΗΤΡΟ... (Metro..., e.g., Metrodoros or Metrophanes).
Item Specifications
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Issuing Region: Pontus (Amisos)
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Date of Issue: Circa 105–85 BC (Time of Mithradates VI Eupator)
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Denomination: Bronze Æ (approx. 18–20 mm)
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Metal: Bronze
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Obverse Description: Head of Athena right, wearing a crested Corinthian/Attic helmet.
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Reverse Legend:
ΜΗΤΡΟ...(Magistrate name down right field) -
Reverse Description: Nemesis (or Artemis-Nemesis) standing facing, head right, holding scales in raised right hand and bow in left hand; wheel at her feet to left.
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Patina / Surface: Dark charcoal-grey and earthy green patina with strong, raised high-relief details on the reverse figure and clear Greek legends.
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Packaging: Includes a custom glass-top leatherette presentation box, ideal for display, collection storage, or gifting.
"An intriguing 1st-century BC ancient Greek bronze struck under the kingdom of Pontus during the era of Mithradates VI Eupator. Featuring a classic helmeted obverse portrait and an uncommon reverse depiction of Nemesis holding scales and bow—along with a bold magistrate signature—this coin displays a rich dark patina and strong contrast. Ships complete with a glass-top leatherette display box."
