Phoenicia, Arados, AE Circa 3rd-2nd Century BC, Probably Civic Issue, Tyche / Prow - RR

Greek, Phoenicia, Arados, AE Circa 2nd Century BC, AE (bronze, 3.69g, 13.5mm), Probably Civic Issue

Obv:Turreted head of Tyche right

Rev: Monogram above prow left, Phoenician date below

Ref: Sear 5999

Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF (some corrosion on the obverse otherwise attractive dark brown patina)

Note: This coin, with its representation of Tyche and the prow of a ship, originated from Arados in Phoenicia. It serves as a testament to the city's maritime trade and religious beliefs. These coins were used for local transactions and symbolized the prosperity and identity of Arados. These coins served as a means of facilitating local transactions while also symbolizing the prosperity and cultural identity of the city.