Aurelian, AD 270–275
Pisidia, Cremna
Bronze AE32, 15.99 g
Obverse: Laureate and cuirassed bust of Aurelian facing right, draped with imperial authority.
Reverse: Cult statue of Artemis Ephesia, depicted with multiple breasts (symbolizing fertility), standing frontally between two stags; the goddess’ iconic stiff, columnar pose reflects her status as the great protectress of Ephesus and wider Asia Minor.
Reference: cf. SNG France 1525 var.
This large provincial bronze from Cremna honors the emperor Aurelian during his reign and highlights the enduring importance of local cults in Pisidia, especially the Ephesian Artemis. The reverse type emphasizes religious devotion and the syncretism between Roman authority and regional deities. Its size and weight make it an impressive issue of the provincial series.
Aurelian, AD 270–275
Pisidia, Cremna
Bronze AE32, 15.99 g
Obverse: Laureate and cuirassed bust of Aurelian facing right, draped with imperial authority.
Reverse: Cult statue of Artemis Ephesia, depicted with multiple breasts (symbolizing fertility), standing frontally between two stags; the goddess’ iconic stiff, columnar pose reflects her status as the great protectress of Ephesus and wider Asia Minor.
Reference: cf. SNG France 1525 var.
This large provincial bronze from Cremna honors the emperor Aurelian during his reign and highlights the enduring importance of local cults in Pisidia, especially the Ephesian Artemis. The reverse type emphasizes religious devotion and the syncretism between Roman authority and regional deities. Its size and weight make it an impressive issue of the provincial series.
