The 14-gram and 23-milimeter electrum (a mix of gold and silver) coin is related to the god of light, Phanes. The statement on the front side of the coin has a meaning along the lines of “I am the symbol of Phanes” or “I am the tomb of Phanes.” It is one of the oldest coins with the Greek statement. This statement is carved on a male deer that lowers his head. The deer has been identified with the god of moon and hunting, the virgin Artemis.
Author: Rare Ephesus Coin | Date: 625-600 B.C.
