Macedonia, Amphipolis; gorgoneion/Athena
Description:
Macedonia, Amphipolis, 1st century BC. Facing gorgoneion / ΑΜΦΙΠΟ-ΛΙΤΩΝ; Athena standing left, holding Nike, spear and shield.
Diameter:
AE25 mm
Weight:
10,36 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
SNG ANS 147-8; SNG Cop 85
Commentary:
scarce; greenish patina with metal highlights, good detail
History:
The city's name ("around the city") probably comes from the topography with the river Strymon nearly surrounding the city.
Article Number:
007-06-06-41652