MYSIA. Cyzicus 450-350 BC Electrum Stater NGC Choice VF Very Rare Head Of Attis

MYSIA. Cyzicus. Ca. 450-350 BC. EL stater (19mm, 15.95 gm). NGC Choice VF 5/5 Strike- 2/5 Surface Head of Attis right, wearing Phrygian cap; tunny right below / Quadripartite incuse mill sail square punch. Matte surfaces of marigold complement the handsome portrait.

This example is only 1 of 2 certified by NGC Ancients

Exceedingly Rare portrait that is usually found on smaller electrum denominations.

Attis Greek God was an important figure in Greek mythology, closely associated with the region of Frigia in Anatolia, Turkey. According to legends, Attis was the son of Galaos and Nana, and his origins were quite unusual.

Raised by a male goat, Attis grew up to be a handsome man with divine features. His story involved a tragic love affair with Cybele, the goddess of the earth, leading to a series of extraordinary events.

Attis’ tale became a symbol of the agricultural cycle, where vegetation dies in winter and blooms again in spring. Throughout this article, we will explore the various aspects of Attis Greek God’s fascinating mythology and worship.

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