Lydia, Sardes; bust of Herakles/Nike
Description:
Lydia, Sardes, ca 65 AD. ΕΠΙ ΤΙ MNACEOY CAPΔIANΩN; laureate bust of young Herakles right with lion skin at neck / CEBACTH; Nike standing left, holding wreath and palm branch.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2,14 g
Grade:
aVF/gF
Attribution:
RPC 3010
Commentary:
well centered, great head of Herakles, full legends
History:
In the time of Nero Sardis had an established Christian community founded either by Apostle John or by Saint Paul.
Article Number:
006-04-04-41652