Maroneia was an ancient city on the southern coast of Thrace, near the Aegean Sea. Founded in the 7th century BC by settlers from Chios, it became a significant trading hub known throughout the Hellenistic world for its high-quality wine production. The city flourished under Greek and later Roman rule, contributing to its wealth and importance in the region.
- Obverse: Wreathed head of young Dionysos
- Reverse: Nude Dionysos
- Material: Silver plated lead free pewter
- Diameter: 29 mm / 1.14 inches
- Made in the USA
- Packaged in a coin collecting flip with the description of coin printed on the flip insert
- Coin complies with the Hobby Act and is stamped 'copy'
- Item #: GRK-203
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