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This carefully crafted reproduction of an ancient Cypriot coin vividly captures the historical essence of the Hellenistic era. On its obverse, the profile of the goddess Tyche, recognizable by her distinctive mural crown, symbolizes fortune, prosperity, and protection for the city-states of antiquity. Tyche's finely detailed portrait reflects the aesthetic values of the period and underscores her central role as guardian deity for many Greek settlements across the Mediterranean, especially prominent during the rule of Nikokles, king of Paphos.
The reverse prominently displays Nikokles of Paphos enthroned, a figure who ruled around circa 325–309 BCE and was noted for his attempts at asserting Cypriot autonomy during the tumultuous period following Alexander the Great’s death. He is depicted seated authoritatively, holding a scepter and an olive branch, traditional symbols of peace and sovereignty. The Greek legend inscription "ΝΙΚΟΚΛΕΟΥΣ ΠΑΦΙΟΝ" (Nikokleous Paphion) emphasizes his historical prominence. This piece serves as a remarkable educational artifact, beautifully recreating a coin type that is both historically significant and visually compelling for collectors and enthusiasts of ancient numismatic art.
278,00 Kč