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The Greece Thracian or Scythian AV stater of Coson, struck around 54 BC, exemplifies late Hellenistic gold coinage from the Black Sea periphery. Attributed to a ruler or mint named Coson—possibly a Thracian chieftain or Dacian influence—it reflects the region's turbulent blend of Greek, Persian, and nomadic traditions amid Roman encroachment.
The obverse depicts a dynamic procession, likely a royal or warrior parade advancing right, with figures in tunics bearing spears and shields to convey martial prowess and hierarchy. Below the scene, a prominent monogram (KOΣΩN) identifies the issuer, rendered in crisp, high-relief detail that underscores the die's skilled engraving. This composition evokes the ceremonial displays common in Thracian elite culture.
The reverse portrays a majestic eagle, sacred to Zeus, standing left with wings slightly elevated, clutching a laurel wreath in its beak and a scepter in one talon—symbols of victory and royal legitimacy. The bird's alert posture and intricate feather work highlight the coin's exceptional strike quality, as preserved in its Mint State condition by NGC Ancients.
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