AEOLIS. Myrina. Ca. mid-2nd century BC. AR tetradrachm (33mm, 16.56 gm, 12h). NGC AU 4/5 - 3/5, Fine Style, brushed. Laureate head of Apollo right / MYPINAIΩN, Apollo Grynios standing right, filleted laurel branch in left hand, phiale in right; omphalus and amphora before, ΔYNO monogram behind, all in laurel border. SNG Copenhagen 221-223 var. (monograms). Matte surfaces with such delicately rendered details that the iris of the goddess is visible. Gryneion was an ancient city located in Aeolis, not far from Myrina. It was famous for its temple dedicated to Apollo Gryneios, the aspect of the God dedicated to the protection and care of temples and sanctuaries. This temple was an important religious center, and the worship of Apollo was a significant aspect of the region's religious life, as noted by Strabo and Pausanias. HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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