Ancient Greek Coin pendant with ancient Greek coin 'Zeus and Eagle on Thunderbolt'
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A modern silver pendant housing an ancient Greek bronze coin of Deiotaros, King of Galatia (63–59 BC) showing Zeus on the obverse and an eagle on a thunderbolt on the reverse, with a diameter of about 20.7 mm, in good condition with a dark brown patina, the coin can be removed from the pendant if desired, and it was acquired at an auction house in the Netherlands in 2025 with certificate of authenticity available on request.
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Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Coins, symbols of power - struck in metal. From Emperors to Kings, rulers struck their image and ideals into coins, turning currency into one of history’s most enduring propaganda tools. These small objects passed daily through the hands of ordinary people, spreading messages of authority with every exchange.
Modern silver pendant with an ancient Greek bronze coin with the powerful presentation of the Eagle on thunderbolt and bust of Zeus. If preferred the coin can safely be removed from the pendant. A very beautiful coin with a very interesting history.
Coin: Kings of Galatia, Deiotaros, 63-59 BC.
Obverse: Laureate head of Zeus right.
Reverse: Eagle, with head right and wings spread, standing left on thunderbolt; monogram to left.
Diameter: ± 20,7 mm
Ref: SNG Aulock 6099-6100
Date coin: 63-59 BC
Pendant: modern
Condition: good and very fine condition. Coin with smooth dark brown patina. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
DEIOTAROS, King of Galatia in the 1st century BC, was a Celtic tetrarch and ally of Rome during the late Republic. A shrewd and ambitious ruler, he supported Pompey against Julius Caesar, but later secured a pardon from Caesar himself.
Renowned for his loyalty to Rome and political survival, Deiotaros transformed Galatia from a tribal confederation into a Hellenised client Kingdom. His story was famously recounted by Cicero in the Pro Rege Deiotaro, offering a vivid glimpse of diplomacy, shifting alliances, and Roman influence on the Celtic East.
KINGDOM OF GALATIA
The Kingdom of Galatia was established in central Anatolia (modern Turkey) around the 3rd century BC by Celtic tribes who had migrated from Europe. It became a Hellenistic client Kingdom, interacting with neighbouring powers like Pergamon, Cappadocia, and Rome.
Galatia maintained a Celtic cultural identity while adopting Hellenistic customs. By the 1st century BC, under kings such as Amyntas, it expanded its territory, but after his death in 25 BC, Galatia was incorporated into the Roman Empire as a province.
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
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* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Coins, symbols of power - struck in metal. From Emperors to Kings, rulers struck their image and ideals into coins, turning currency into one of history’s most enduring propaganda tools. These small objects passed daily through the hands of ordinary people, spreading messages of authority with every exchange.
Modern silver pendant with an ancient Greek bronze coin with the powerful presentation of the Eagle on thunderbolt and bust of Zeus. If preferred the coin can safely be removed from the pendant. A very beautiful coin with a very interesting history.
Coin: Kings of Galatia, Deiotaros, 63-59 BC.
Obverse: Laureate head of Zeus right.
Reverse: Eagle, with head right and wings spread, standing left on thunderbolt; monogram to left.
Diameter: ± 20,7 mm
Ref: SNG Aulock 6099-6100
Date coin: 63-59 BC
Pendant: modern
Condition: good and very fine condition. Coin with smooth dark brown patina. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
DEIOTAROS, King of Galatia in the 1st century BC, was a Celtic tetrarch and ally of Rome during the late Republic. A shrewd and ambitious ruler, he supported Pompey against Julius Caesar, but later secured a pardon from Caesar himself.
Renowned for his loyalty to Rome and political survival, Deiotaros transformed Galatia from a tribal confederation into a Hellenised client Kingdom. His story was famously recounted by Cicero in the Pro Rege Deiotaro, offering a vivid glimpse of diplomacy, shifting alliances, and Roman influence on the Celtic East.
KINGDOM OF GALATIA
The Kingdom of Galatia was established in central Anatolia (modern Turkey) around the 3rd century BC by Celtic tribes who had migrated from Europe. It became a Hellenistic client Kingdom, interacting with neighbouring powers like Pergamon, Cappadocia, and Rome.
Galatia maintained a Celtic cultural identity while adopting Hellenistic customs. By the 1st century BC, under kings such as Amyntas, it expanded its territory, but after his death in 25 BC, Galatia was incorporated into the Roman Empire as a province.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/ Timeframe
63-59 BC (coin)
Name of object
Coin pendant with ancient Greek coin 'Zeus and Eagle on Thunderbolt'
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
