Ancient Bronze Coin – Pontos, Amisos (c. 105–65 BC)
Bronze coin minted in the city of Amisos, a Hellenistic Greek colony on the southern Black Sea coast, during the reign of Mithradates VI of Pontus.

• Date: Circa 105–65 BC

• Ruler: Mithradates VI Eupator

• Region: Pontos, Amisos (modern-day Samsun, Turkey)

• Material: Bronze

Obverse: Gorgon's head at the center of an aegis, a shield motif associated with ancient Greek deities.
Reverse: The goddess Nike, walking to the right and holding a palm branch, consistent with Hellenistic iconographic traditions representing victory.

Historical Context:
Mithradates VI ruled Pontus from 120 to 63 BC and led three major wars against the Roman Republic. He is noted in historical sources for his military campaigns, political resistance to Roman influence, and reported interest in toxicology.

This coin was produced during a period of conflict and expansion, and reflects the artistic and political themes of late Hellenistic coinage.