Pontus, Amisos. Mithradates VI (120-63 BC). Æ (Bronze, 20 mm, 7.17 g). Aegis type. Civic issue. Obv: Facing Gorgonion as boss of fleece (aegis)-covered, octagonal shield. Rev: AMI-ΣOY across fields divided by Nike, walking right, holding wreath and palm branch; monograms in lower fields. Reference: HGC 7, 242. SNG BM Black Sea 1177-82. Mithradates VI of Pontos (120–63 BC), known as Mithradates the Great, expanded his kingdom across Anatolia and the Black Sea and became one of Rome’s most persistent adversaries. Championing Greek freedom, he launched the Mithradatic Wars and orchestrated the Asiatic Vespers. After early victories over Sulla and Lucullus, he was defeated by Pompey. Betrayed by his son, he died after poison failed, and is remembered for resisting Rome and developing mithridatium. DISCOVER OUR CURRENT SELECTION Visit and follow our seller profile to explore all items offered by Logos Numismatics across current auctions and stay informed of new listings. IMPORTANT INFORMATION I. All items are original and authentic, sourced through established auction houses, galleries, and professional numismatic firms. II. Every item includes a detailed attribution, relevant catalogue references, and a certificate of authenticity issued by Logos Numismatics. III. Combined shipping is available only for items won in the same auction and settled as one Catawiki order. IV. For shipments outside the European Union, customs clearance, import licences, duties, taxes, and related fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Customs delays are beyond our control. V. Due to import restrictions on collector coins, we do not ship to: the United States, China, Israel, Norway, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Ukraine, Egypt, Lebanon, or Kazakhstan. Orders for these destinations will be cancelled and refunded.