Troas, Ilion; head of Athena/Athena walking
Description:
Troas, Ilion, 133 - 119 BC. Helmeted head of Athena right / IΛI; Athena standing left, holding spear and distaff.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
5,34 g
Grade:
aVF/F
Attribution:
Bellinger T87; SNG München 215; SNG Copenhagen 352
Commentary:
rare larger denomination with Corinthian helmet; dark grey patina
History:
The city was referred to as Troia or Ilion - from the names of the founders Tros and his son Ilius.
Article Number:
037-06-08-44710