Illyria, Apollonia; head of Apollo/obelisk
Description:
Illyria, Apollonia, 2nd century BC. Head of Apollo right / ΑΠΟ-ΛΛW-ΝΙΑ-ΤΑΝ; obelisk in laurel wreath.
Diameter:
AE18 mm
Weight:
3,04 g
Grade:
aVF/gF
Attribution:
BMC 49
Commentary:
scarce; dark green patina, well centered
History:
Apollonia was in ancient times an important supplier of natural asphalt, used mainly for caulking ships.
Article Number:
004-02-07-41652