Pontos, Amisos, Time of Mithradates VI Eupator, AE, Circa 111-105 or 95-90 BC, Aegis Mint

Greek, Pontos, Amisos, Time of Mithradates VI Eupator, AE (bronze, 8.9g, 18.7mm), Circa 111-105 or 95-90 BC, Aegis Mint

Obv: Aegis, with facing gorgoneion at centre

Rev: Nike advancing to right, holding palm over shoulder; [AM]I-ΣO[Y] across, monograms in lower left and right fields

Ref: SNG Stancomb 688; SNG BM Black Sea 1189

Rarity/Choice: Common, aEF (minor scratches otherwise, well centered and nicely struck)

Note: This coin reflects the political and cultural context of the Pontic region during the reign of Mithradates VI Eupator, who sought to assert Pontic independence from Roman influence. The use of Greek deities and symbols, such as the Aegis and Nike, underscores the Hellenistic heritage of the region.