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Historical Context: This coin was minted in Pantikapaion during the 4th Century BC. Pantikapaion, originally known as Apollonia, was a coastal area on the eastern coast of Thrace .
Pan, a personification of lust and outdoors, god of flocks and shepards. Assoicated with reed flute and dancing fauns. He has often appealed to by armies for aid in routing their enemies.
Obv: Head of Pan, Pan, a personification of lust and outdoors, god of flocks and shepards. Assoicated with reed flute and dancing fauns. He has often appealed to by armies for aid in routing their enemies.
Rev: Bow Case and Greek legend "Pi" A N, read "Pan"
Diameter: 13 mm diameter (about the 3/4 the diameter of a US Dime but thicker)
Condition: Very Fine, nice patina
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