BIRYTIS (Troas) greek bronze (350-300 BC)

• BIRYTIS, Troas, greek bronze (350-300 BC)
• Obverse : Head of Kabeiros right, wearing pileos /
• Reverse : Club, BIPY; all within laurel wreath.
• 1,53 gr.
• SNG Copenhagen 250

Ancient greek bronze coin

This bronze coin provides a window into the religious practices and beliefs of ancient Troas, a region renowned for its mystical cults and rich mythological heritage. The images and symbols used reflect the cultural wealth and values of the time.

The cult of the Cabiri and the coinage of Troas

The head of the Cabirus on the coin of Birytis underscores the importance of local cults in the daily life and spirituality of ancient Greece. The pilos, often associated with Hermes, also indicates the city’s commercial connectivity and cultural exchanges.

Greek coins

Our ancient Greek coins provide a glimpse into ancient Greece, the cradle of Western civilization. Each coin is a work of art, demonstrating the finesse and sophistication of the ancient Greeks in numismatics.

The representations of gods, goddesses, and mythological heroes capture the imagination and spirituality of the time. They are more than just coins; they are heirs to a rich cultural and artistic tradition.