Kingdom of Pontus | Mithridates VI Eupator AE22 | 85-65 BC | ARES & SWORD

Description: Mithradates VI Eupator | AE22 Reference: SNG Black Sea 1153, BMC 43 Date: 85-65 BCE Obverse: Helmeted head of Ares to right Reverse: AMIΣΟΥ; Sword in sheath; in left field, star-in-crescent above, ΔAT monogram at lower left. Mint: Amisos, Pontos Size: 22.1 mm Weight: 8.86 grams WAR WITH ROME! A very nice bronze coin issued by the great enemy of Rome, Mithradates VI. The design choices of Ares, the god of war, and the sword are no doubt an allusion to the wars which Mithradates started against the Roman Republic in opposition to the Republic's expansion into Asia. In 88 BCE, Mithradates orchestrated the widespread massacre of ~100,000 Roman citizens and Latin-speakers in Anatolian cities. The event would come to be known as the Asiatic Vespers, and ensured Mithradates' place on the top of the Roman Republic's hit list. In response, Rome sent a large invasion force under the command of Sulla. Rome's victory in the First Mithridatic War drove Mithradates back to Pontus but was inconclusive, leading to two further wars before Mithradates final defeat at the hands of Pompey in 63 BCE. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only, except for international shipments through eBay International Shipping program. If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!

Price: 34.99 USD

Location: Canton, Michigan

End Time: 2025-02-02T23:49:33.000Z

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