ISBN 978-1-60606-828-1

Todd Gannon is professor and head of the architecture section at The Ohio State University’s Knowlton School

Paul Getty Museum from February 4 to June 20

Lives of the Presidents

art and architecture

Roman Coin Reproduction - Maroneia, Thrace Silver Tetradrachm 189-145BC perfume ISBN 978-1-60606-828-1Maroneia 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