Thessaly, Pelinna; head of Mantho/horseman
Description:
Thessaly, Pelinna, 400 - 344 BC. Veiled head of Mantho right / Horseman riding right, holding couched lance, monogram below.
Diameter:
AE18 mm
Weight:
5,36 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
BCD Thessaly 1229; Rogers 433
Commentary:
rare; olive-grey patina, good centering, sharp details
History:
After the mid 4th century BC representations of Thessalian cavalrymen show helmeted and armoured riders, compared with earlier depictions wearing petasos (sun-hat).
Article Number:
025-02-05-41652