★ The City of Heroes ★

TROAS. Ilion. Julia Domna (193 - 211). Ae.
Obv: IOYΛIA CEBACTH.
Draped bust right.
Rev: IΛIEΩN.
Athena standing right, holding spear and Nike, to left shield.
SNG Aulock 6879.
10,13 gr. 23 mm
A Doric temple to Athena was constructed in the early 3rd century BC.
Along with new fortifications under Lysimachos (c. 301-280 BC).
The Romans also held Troy in high regard and even referred to the city as ‘Sacred Ilium’.