Kings of Pergamon

Philetairos I (282-263 BC) Eumenes I (263-241 BC) Attalos I Soter (241-197 B.C.) Silver Tetradrachm

Obverse: Laureate diademed head of Philetaerus the founder of the Attalid ruling dynasty of Pergamum
facing right, sruck in high relief during the reign of Eumenes I or Attalos I Soter.  
Reverse: Goddess Athena enthroned left, her right hand extended holding wreath and crowning
Philetairos' name ΦΙΛΕΤΑΙΡΟΥ, leaning on a shield below her propped against throne, bow behind her,
transverse spear in background. Unique the Macedonian star in front of Philetaerus' name (pg2).

$1000 SOLD
Copyright © 2006 AncientSculptureGallery.com.  All rights reserved.