| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 188 | Black | Auction date: 17 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 33 Price realized: 550 EUR (Approx. 605 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Seleukid Kingdom. Babylon I mint. Seleukos I Nikator 312-281 BC. In the name and types of Alexander III of Macedon. Struck circa 311-300 BC Tetradrachm AR 26 mm, 17,07 g Head of Herakles to right, wearing lion skin headdress / BAΣIΛEΩΣ AΛEΞANΔPOY, Zeus Aëtophoros seated to left, holding eagle and sceptre; ME monogram above club in left field, ΗΔ monogram below throne. . Price 3772; Seleucus I Hoard, 1349-1350 (one of these coins); SC Ad57F; cf. HGC 9, 10f. NGC graded VF Strike 4/5 Surface 4/5 Zeus Aëtophoros, often referred to as "Zeus the Aëtophoros" or "Zeus with the Aegis," was a particular aspect or representation of the ancient Greek god Zeus. The term "Aëtophoros" is derived from the Greek word "aetos," meaning "eagle," and "phoros," meaning "bearer" or "carrier." In this specific representation, Zeus is depicted as carrying or holding an eagle. The eagle was a sacred bird associated with Zeus and was considered a symbol of strength, power, and divine authority. This aspect of Zeus, with the eagle at his side, emphasized his role as a powerful and majestic deity, often associated with the sky and the heavens. In Greek mythology, the eagle was also associated with the god's role as a divine messenger, and it was sometimes considered a companion of Zeus, accompanying him in his travels. From the Matteo Savoca collection Starting price: 1 EUR |  |
