Ionia, Kolophon Mint, AE circa 390-350 BC

Ionia Mint, Kolophon, AE (bronze,2.02g,14mm), circa 390-350 BC

Obv: Head of Apollo right, wearing tainia

Rev: KOΛOΦΩ. Lyre with five strings within linear square border; astragaloi on left and right

Ref: SNG Tubingen 2899

Rarity/Choice: Common, VF

Note: Kolophon was an ancient Greek city located in the region of Ionia, situated on the western coast of Anatolia (modern-day Turkey). During the following timeframe circa 390-350 BC, Kolophon would have been an active and prosperous city-state participating in the cultural, economic, and political life of Ionia. Coins were commonly minted by ancient Greek cities for everyday transactions and to facilitate trade both locally and with other regions. These coins often featured various designs, symbols, and inscriptions specific to the issuing city.