This section includes ancient coins minted in Ionia, a historical region on the west coast of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The period covered extends from the first monetary mintings in Lydia in the 7th century BC to the end of Late Antiquity, around the 7th century AD.
Ionia, famous for its prosperous cities such as Miletus, Ephesus, Smyrna, and Chios, was an important center of monetary development. Ionian coins are distinguished by their diversity of types, metals (electrum, silver, bronze), and denominations, reflecting the autonomy and economic power of each city.
Explore the coins of Ionia and discover the symbols, divinities, and inscriptions that testify to the history and culture of this influential region of the ancient Greek world. Here you will find staters, drachmas, obols, and other monetary units, offering a valuable glimpse into trade and daily life in Ionia during this period.
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