Aeolis, Elaia; head of Demeter/torch in wreath
Description:
Aeolis, Elaia, 2nd - 1st century BC. Head of Demeter right, wearing grain wreath / ΕΛ-ΑΙ-ΤΩ-Ν; torch, all within grain wreath.
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
2,16 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
BMC 127, 20; SNG München 395; SNG Cop 181-5
Commentary:
black patina, some light deposits, small flan crack
History:
The name of Demeter is very ancient, probably derived from Proto-Indian-European and means "Earth-Mother" or "Corn-Mother".
Article Number:
020-08-08-41652