Lydia, Sardes; head of Herakles/Apollo
Description:
Lydia, Sardes, 2nd - 1st century BC. Head of youthful Herakles right, wearing lion's skin around neck / ΣAΡΔIANΩN; Apollo standing left, holding crow and laurel branch, AMΦEIΩN (magistrate).
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
5,76 g
Grade:
aVF/VF
Attribution:
SNG von Aulock 3132ff
Commentary:
olive-grey patina, well centered, sharp details with clear legends
History:
After the Syrian War (192 - 188 BC) between Antiochos III and the Roman Republic, Sardes became a part of Pergamene Kingdom, a Roman ally in the war.
Article Number:
020-09-07-41652