Cilicia, Tarsos, AE Circa 164-27 BC, Zeus / Club

Greek, Cilicia, Tarsos, AE (bronze, 3.93g, 16.6mm), Circa 164-27 BC

Obv: [TAPΣEΩN]; Zeus Nikephoros seated to left

Rev: Club tied with fillets, M to left, HTP monogram to right; ΛYΣIAΣ below; all within oak wreath

Ref: SNG Levante 973; BMC 136

Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (nice dark green patination)

Note: This coin reflects the influence of Greek culture and mythology in Tarsus, as well as the city's importance as a center of trade and commerce in the region. The depiction of Zeus on the obverse and the club of Hercules on the reverse may have been intended to invoke divine protection and strength for the city and its inhabitants.