Geta Ephesus In Ionia Ancient Roman Coin Stag Symbol Of Artemis Diana I48479
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Item: i48479
Authentic Ancient Coin of: Geta - Roman Caesar: 198-209 A.D. -Roman Emperor: 209-211 A.D. --
Bronze 18mm (3.93 grams) ofEphesus inIonia
Bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right.
ЄΦЄCЄΩΝ, Stag standing right. Symbol of the Greek goddessArtemis (Roman goddess Diana).
You are bidding on the exact item pictured, provided with a Certifica...te of Authenticity and Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. The Temple of Artemis (Greek:Ἀρτεμίσιον, or Artemision), also known less precisely as the Temple ofDiana, was aGreek temple dedicated to a goddess Greeks identified asArtemis. It was sited at Ephesus (the modern town ofSelçuk in present-day Turkey), and was completely rebuilt three times before its eventual destruction or decay. Only foundations and sculptural fragments of the latest of the temples at the site remain.The first sanctuary (temenos) antedated the Ionic immigration by many years, and dates to theBronze Age. Callimachus, in his Hymn to Artemis, attributed it to the Amazons. In the seventh century the old temple was destroyed by a flood. Its reconstruction began around 550 BC, under the Cretan architect Chersiphron and his sonMetagenes, at the expense of Croesus ofLydia: the project took some 120 years to complete, only to be destroyed in an act of arson by the infamous Herostratus. It was again rebuilt, and became one of theSeven Wonders of the Ancient WorldAntipater of Sidon, who compiled the list of the Seven Wonders, describes the finished temple: I have set eyes on the wall of lofty Babylon on which is a road for chariots, and the statue of Zeus by the Alpheus , and the hanging gardens , and the colossus of the Sun , and the huge labour of the high pyramids , and the vast tomb of Mausolus ; but when I saw the house of Artemis that mounted to the clouds, those other marvels lost their brilliancy, and I said, "Lo, apart from Olympus, the Sun never looked on aught so grand".The archaic temeton beneath the later Temples clearly housed some form of "Great Goddess" but nothing is known of her cult. The literary accounts that describe it as "Amazonian" refer to the later founder-myths of Greek emigres who developed the cult and temple of Artemis Ephesia. The wealth and splendour of temple and city were taken as evidence of Artemis Ephesia's power, and were the basis for her local and international prestige: despite the successive traumas of Temple destruction, each rebuilding – a gift and honour to the goddess – brought further prosperity.Artemis' shrines, temples and festivals (Artemisia) could be found throughout the Greek world, but Ephesian Artemis was unique. The Ephesians considered her theirs, and resented any foreign claims to her protection. Once Persia ousted their Lydian overlordCroesus, the Ephesians played down his contribution to the Temple's restoration. ThePersians dealt fairly with Ephesus, but removed some religious artifacts from Artemis' Temple toSardis and brought Persian priests into her Ephesian cult; this was not forgiven, and when Alexander conquered the Persians in turn, his offer to finance the Temple's second rebuilding was politely but firmly refused. Ephesian Artemis lent her city's diplomacy a powerful religious edge.Under Hellenic rule, and later, under Roman rule, the Ephesian Artemesia was increasingly promoted as a key element in the pan-Hellenic festival circuit. It was part of a definitively Greek political and cultural identity, essential to the economic life of the region, and an excellent opportunity for young, unmarried Greeks of both sexes to seek out marriage partners. Games, contests and theatrical performances were held in the goddess' name, andPliny describes the Ephesian Artemisia procession as a magnificent crowd-puller; one ofApelles' best paintings showed the goddess' image, carried through the streets and surrounded by maidens. In theRoman Imperial era, the emperorCommodus lent his name to the festival games, and might have sponsored them. Publius Septimius Geta (March 7, 189–December 26, 211), was aRoman Emperor co-ruling with his fatherSeptimius Severus and his older brotherCaracalla from 209 to his death.Geta was the younger son of Septimius Severus by his second wifeJulia Domna. Geta was born inRome, at a time when his father was only a provincial governor at the service of emperorCommodus.Geta was always in a place secondary to his older brother Lucius, the heir known as Caracalla. Perhaps due to this, the relations between the two were difficult from their early years. Conflicts were constant and often required the mediation of their mother. To appease his youngest son, Septimius Severus gave Geta the title of Augustus in 209. During the campaign against the Britons of the early 3rd century, the imperial propaganda publicized a happy family that shared the responsibilities of rule. Caracalla was his father's second in command, Julia Domna the trusted counsellor and Geta had administrative and bureaucratic duties. Truth was that the rivalry and antipathy between the brothers was far from being improved. Joint EmperorWhen Septimius Severus died inEboracum in the beginning of 211, Caracalla and Geta were proclaimed joint emperors and returned to Rome.Regardless, the shared throne was not a success: the brothers argued about every decision, from law to political appointments. Later sources speculate about the desire of the two of splitting the empire in two halves. By the end of the year, the situation was unbearable. Caracalla tried to murder Geta during the festival ofSaturnalia without success. Later in December he arranged a meeting with his brother in his mother's apartments, and had him murdered in her arms bycenturions.Following Geta's assassination, Caracalladamned his memoryy and ordered his name to be removed from all inscriptions. The now sole emperor also took the opportunity to get rid of his political enemies, on the grounds of conspiracy with the deceased. Cassius Dio stated that around 20, 000 persons of both sexes were killed and/or proscribed during this time. Frequently Asked Questions How long until my order is shipped?
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Authentic Ancient Coin of: Geta - Roman Caesar: 198-209 A.D. -Roman Emperor: 209-211 A.D. --
Bronze 18mm (3.93 grams) ofEphesus inIonia
Bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right.
ЄΦЄCЄΩΝ, Stag standing right. Symbol of the Greek goddessArtemis (Roman goddess Diana).
You are bidding on the exact item pictured, provided with a Certifica...te of Authenticity and Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. The Temple of Artemis (Greek:Ἀρτεμίσιον, or Artemision), also known less precisely as the Temple ofDiana, was aGreek temple dedicated to a goddess Greeks identified asArtemis. It was sited at Ephesus (the modern town ofSelçuk in present-day Turkey), and was completely rebuilt three times before its eventual destruction or decay. Only foundations and sculptural fragments of the latest of the temples at the site remain.The first sanctuary (temenos) antedated the Ionic immigration by many years, and dates to theBronze Age. Callimachus, in his Hymn to Artemis, attributed it to the Amazons. In the seventh century the old temple was destroyed by a flood. Its reconstruction began around 550 BC, under the Cretan architect Chersiphron and his sonMetagenes, at the expense of Croesus ofLydia: the project took some 120 years to complete, only to be destroyed in an act of arson by the infamous Herostratus. It was again rebuilt, and became one of theSeven Wonders of the Ancient WorldAntipater of Sidon, who compiled the list of the Seven Wonders, describes the finished temple: I have set eyes on the wall of lofty Babylon on which is a road for chariots, and the statue of Zeus by the Alpheus , and the hanging gardens , and the colossus of the Sun , and the huge labour of the high pyramids , and the vast tomb of Mausolus ; but when I saw the house of Artemis that mounted to the clouds, those other marvels lost their brilliancy, and I said, "Lo, apart from Olympus, the Sun never looked on aught so grand".The archaic temeton beneath the later Temples clearly housed some form of "Great Goddess" but nothing is known of her cult. The literary accounts that describe it as "Amazonian" refer to the later founder-myths of Greek emigres who developed the cult and temple of Artemis Ephesia. The wealth and splendour of temple and city were taken as evidence of Artemis Ephesia's power, and were the basis for her local and international prestige: despite the successive traumas of Temple destruction, each rebuilding – a gift and honour to the goddess – brought further prosperity.Artemis' shrines, temples and festivals (Artemisia) could be found throughout the Greek world, but Ephesian Artemis was unique. The Ephesians considered her theirs, and resented any foreign claims to her protection. Once Persia ousted their Lydian overlordCroesus, the Ephesians played down his contribution to the Temple's restoration. ThePersians dealt fairly with Ephesus, but removed some religious artifacts from Artemis' Temple toSardis and brought Persian priests into her Ephesian cult; this was not forgiven, and when Alexander conquered the Persians in turn, his offer to finance the Temple's second rebuilding was politely but firmly refused. Ephesian Artemis lent her city's diplomacy a powerful religious edge.Under Hellenic rule, and later, under Roman rule, the Ephesian Artemesia was increasingly promoted as a key element in the pan-Hellenic festival circuit. It was part of a definitively Greek political and cultural identity, essential to the economic life of the region, and an excellent opportunity for young, unmarried Greeks of both sexes to seek out marriage partners. Games, contests and theatrical performances were held in the goddess' name, andPliny describes the Ephesian Artemisia procession as a magnificent crowd-puller; one ofApelles' best paintings showed the goddess' image, carried through the streets and surrounded by maidens. In theRoman Imperial era, the emperorCommodus lent his name to the festival games, and might have sponsored them. Publius Septimius Geta (March 7, 189–December 26, 211), was aRoman Emperor co-ruling with his fatherSeptimius Severus and his older brotherCaracalla from 209 to his death.Geta was the younger son of Septimius Severus by his second wifeJulia Domna. Geta was born inRome, at a time when his father was only a provincial governor at the service of emperorCommodus.Geta was always in a place secondary to his older brother Lucius, the heir known as Caracalla. Perhaps due to this, the relations between the two were difficult from their early years. Conflicts were constant and often required the mediation of their mother. To appease his youngest son, Septimius Severus gave Geta the title of Augustus in 209. During the campaign against the Britons of the early 3rd century, the imperial propaganda publicized a happy family that shared the responsibilities of rule. Caracalla was his father's second in command, Julia Domna the trusted counsellor and Geta had administrative and bureaucratic duties. Truth was that the rivalry and antipathy between the brothers was far from being improved. Joint EmperorWhen Septimius Severus died inEboracum in the beginning of 211, Caracalla and Geta were proclaimed joint emperors and returned to Rome.Regardless, the shared throne was not a success: the brothers argued about every decision, from law to political appointments. Later sources speculate about the desire of the two of splitting the empire in two halves. By the end of the year, the situation was unbearable. Caracalla tried to murder Geta during the festival ofSaturnalia without success. Later in December he arranged a meeting with his brother in his mother's apartments, and had him murdered in her arms bycenturions.Following Geta's assassination, Caracalladamned his memoryy and ordered his name to be removed from all inscriptions. The now sole emperor also took the opportunity to get rid of his political enemies, on the grounds of conspiracy with the deceased. Cassius Dio stated that around 20, 000 persons of both sexes were killed and/or proscribed during this time. Frequently Asked Questions How long until my order is shipped?
Depending on the volume of sales, it may take up to 5 business days forshipment of your order after the receipt of payment. How will I know when the order was shipped?
After your order has shipped, you will be left positive feedback, and thatdate should be used as a basis of estimating an arrival date. After you shipped the order, how long will the mail take?
USPS First Class mail takes about 3-5 business days to arrive in the U.S., international shipping times cannot be estimated as they vary from countryto country. I am not responsible for any USPS delivery delays, especiallyfor an international package. What is a certificate of authenticity and what guarantees do you givethat the item is authentic? Compared to other certification companies, the certificate of authenticity is a $25-50 value. So buy a coin today and own a piece of history, guaranteed. Is there a money back guarantee?
I offer a 30 day unconditional money back guarantee. I stand behind my coins and would be willing to exchange your order for either store credit towards other coins, or refund, minus shipping expenses, within 30 days from the receipt of your order. My goal is to have the returning customers for a lifetime, and I am so sure in my coins, their authenticity, numismatic value and beauty, I can offer such a guarantee. Is there a number I can call you with questions about my order? You can contact me directly via ask seller a question and request my telephone number, or go to my About Me Page to get my contact information only in regards to items purchased on eBay. When should I leave feedback?
Once you receive your order, please leave a positive. Please don't leave anynegative feedbacks, as it happens many times that people rush to leavefeedback before letting sufficient time for the order to arrive. Also, ifyou sent an email, make sure to check for my reply in your messages beforeclaiming that you didn't receive a response. The matter of fact is that anyissues can be resolved, as reputation is most important to me. My goal is toprovide superior products and quality of service.
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