Attica, Athens; Athena/Owl
Description:
Attica, Athens, 284 - 275 BC. Head of Athena right, wearing Corinthian helmet / Owl standing facing within grain wreath.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2,2 g
Grade:
F/F
Attribution:
Kroll 53
Commentary:
green and brown-grey patina
History:
The first half of the 3rd century BC was one of the city's darkest periods and with the defeat in Chremonidean War (267-261 BC) against the Macedonians, Athens ceased even to pretend to be the leading city of the Greeks.
Article Number:
049-11-05-41652