Obverse: M OΠЄΛ ΔIAΔOVMЄNIAN K. Bareheaded and draped bust right. Reverse: KVZIKHNΩN NЄO / KOP. Cow standing right.
Very nice exemplar of microasian bronze, in EF- condition (few circullated), conserving full details in both sides and bold reliefs. Precious green patina totally natural. Scarce type.
Very interesting issue commemorative of the concession of the Neokoratos to Cyzicus during the reign of Macrinus. The Neokoratos was the most valued of the recognitions that a Roman emperor could grant to a Hellenistic city.
SNG BN 794-6 var. Cyzicus mint, AD 217-218. 6,4 g - 22 mm