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Æ29 - Marcus Aurelius ΚΥΖΙΚΗΝΩΝ ΝΕΟΚΟΡΩΝ
| Issuer | Cyzicus (Conventus of Cyzicus) |
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| Year | 175-177 |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse description | Youthful bare-headed bust of Commodus as Caesar, draped in paludamentum, facing right and seen from the rear in three-quarter perspective. The portrait reflects the early, idealized representation of Commodus during his tenure as Caesar under Marcus Aurelius. The encircling legend identifies him with Germanic and Sarmatian victory titles. The style is consistent with the provincial Greek die-cutting tradition of Mysia. |
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| Obverse lettering | Λ ΑΥ ΚΟΜΟΔΟϹ ΚΑΙϹΑΡ ΓΕΡ ϹΕ[? |
| Reverse description | A circular temple or sanctuary building depicted in elevation, with a closed arched gate at center; the roofline is surmounted by three standing statues of Demeter, each carrying a long torch. The structure is flanked on either side by tall torches wound with serpents, symbolic of the chthonic and mystery cult associations of Demeter at Cyzicus. The reverse legend identifies the issuing city and its status as a neokorate. The composition reflects the pride of Cyzicus in its imperial cult temple privileges and local religious traditions. |
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