Greek Coin | Dionysus Design

Greek Coin | Dionysus DesignHistory of the Artifact These Greek bronze coins were minted in the ancient city of Amisos along the Black Sea coast of modern day northern Turkey. Founded by Greek colonists from Miletus in the 6th century B. C, it was re settled by Athenians and incorporated into the Kingdom of Pontus in the 4th century BC. On the obverse the coin features the head of Dionysos facing right, wearing a wreath of ivy and fruit. On the reverse is inscribed (missos) and

lending subtle texture to the overall form

Livineius Regulus

the Great Seal symbolizes independence and self-government and appears on official documents such as proclamations

was a key denomination in Spain during the early and middle years of Franco's dictatorship

The scene is that of Adam and Eve and the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil

particularly in Venice's overseas colonies and maritime holdings in the eastern Mediterranean

solid Brass coins were named ‘sestertii’ - meaning "two and one half"

Depicted on the reverse is Blessed Pope Pius IX (May 13

c’est moi” (I am the State)

members of religious orders

Your WW1 British Button will look very similar to the one shown in the photos

For many veterans