Argyria (Pontus)

Coordinates: 41°00′20″N 38°52′12″E / 41.005623°N 38.869903°E / 41.005623; 38.869903
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Argyria (

ancient Pontus, located 20 stadia east of Tripolis.[1][2]
It was noted for its silver mines, whence the town's name (άργυρος is Greek for 'silver').

Its site is located near Halkavala in Asiatic Turkey.[3][4]

References

 This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domainSmith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Argyria". Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.

41°00′20″N 38°52′12″E / 41.005623°N 38.869903°E / 41.005623; 38.869903