Cilicia. Philopator 20-17 BC. Bronze Æ
Cilicia. Philopator 20-17 BC.
Bronze Æ
23 mm, 9,67 g
Veiled and turreted bust of Tyche right / BACIΛЄΩC ΦΙΛOΠATOPOC, Athena standing left, holding Nike and shield; monogram to right.
Very Fine
RPC I 3872; SNG France 2, 1918.
Tyche, in ancient Greek religion and mythology, is the goddess of fortune, chance, and prosperity. She is often depicted as a beautiful woman holding a cornucopia (horn of plenty), symbolizing abundance and prosperity, and sometimes a rudder, symbolizing her control over the fate of cities and individuals. As a personification of fortune, Tyche was believed to play a significant role in the lives of mortals, determining their destinies and influencing the outcomes of events. She was worshiped by individuals and cities seeking her favor and protection, particularly in times of uncertainty or hardship. Tyche's influence extended beyond individual fortunes to the prosperity and well-being of cities and states. Many ancient cities had temples dedicated to Tyche, where rituals and sacrifices were performed to invoke her blessings and ensure the success and prosperity of the community. The worship of Tyche was widespread throughout the Greek world and beyond, and her cult persisted into the Roman period, where she was identified with the Roman goddess Fortuna. Tyche's image appeared on coins, where she was often depicted holding a cornucopia or a rudder, symbolizing the wealth and prosperity of the city that issued the coin.
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Cilicia. Philopator 20-17 BC.
Bronze Æ
23 mm, 9,67 g
Veiled and turreted bust of Tyche right / BACIΛЄΩC ΦΙΛOΠATOPOC, Athena standing left, holding Nike and shield; monogram to right.
Very Fine
RPC I 3872; SNG France 2, 1918.
Tyche, in ancient Greek religion and mythology, is the goddess of fortune, chance, and prosperity. She is often depicted as a beautiful woman holding a cornucopia (horn of plenty), symbolizing abundance and prosperity, and sometimes a rudder, symbolizing her control over the fate of cities and individuals. As a personification of fortune, Tyche was believed to play a significant role in the lives of mortals, determining their destinies and influencing the outcomes of events. She was worshiped by individuals and cities seeking her favor and protection, particularly in times of uncertainty or hardship. Tyche's influence extended beyond individual fortunes to the prosperity and well-being of cities and states. Many ancient cities had temples dedicated to Tyche, where rituals and sacrifices were performed to invoke her blessings and ensure the success and prosperity of the community. The worship of Tyche was widespread throughout the Greek world and beyond, and her cult persisted into the Roman period, where she was identified with the Roman goddess Fortuna. Tyche's image appeared on coins, where she was often depicted holding a cornucopia or a rudder, symbolizing the wealth and prosperity of the city that issued the coin.
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