Scyphate (1059-1067 CE)
Struck 1059–1067 CE, this concave gold scyphate coin from Byzantium shows Christ enthroned and Emperor Constantine X crowned.
Coinage
Historical coins minted for trade, tribute, or commemoration across various societies. These small artifacts reveal the economic systems, rulers, and artistic styles of their time.
Artemis Silver Tetradrachm (158 – 150 BCE)
Struck between 158 and 150 BC, this silver coin from Amphipolis sets Artemis’ head in a shield on one side and a club in a wreath on the other.
Arethousa Tetradrachm (430 – 420 BCE)
Minted around 430–420 BC, this silver coin from Syracuse marks a quadriga on one side and Arethousa’s head with dolphins on the other.
Alexander The Great Silver Tetradrachm (336-323 BCE)
Struck during 336–323 BCE, this Alexander the great silver coin from Amphipolis stamps Herakles’ head on one side and Zeus with Pegasos on the other, marking Alexander’s reign.