SELEUCIS and PIERIA, Gabala. Trajan. Dated CY 152 (AD 106/7)

SELEUCIS and PIERIA, Gabala. Trajan. Dated CY 152 (AD 106/7)

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Roman Provincial. SELEUCIS and PIERIA, Gabala. Trajan. AD 98-117.AE (). Dated CY 152 (AD 106/7)

Obv: Laureate head young Trajan right

Rev: Goddes (Astarte?) seated left, holding grain ears, poppy, and scepter; at feet left, sphinx (?) seated left, star above; in upper left field, BNP (date)

Ref: RPC III 3809

Rarity/Choice: Common, VF (sharp and fresh)

Note: This issue reflects a period of expansion and prosperity during the height of Roman power. Struck in Gabala, it highlights the importance of provincial cities in Syria as active economic and cultural centers within the empire. This era was marked by strong imperial administration, regional integration, and flourishing local identities under Roman rule.