Macedonia, Akanthos; AR Tetrobol; forepart of bull/incuse
Description:
Macedonia, Akanthos, 470 - 390 BC. AR Tetrobol. Forepart of bull left, head right; ΠI and swastika above / Quadripartite incuse square.
Diameter:
AR15 mm
Weight:
2,12 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
SNG ANS 42
Commentary:
good metal, tight flan
History:
The name of the city refers to "acanthus" - a kind of thorny bush growing widely in the area.
Article Number:
003-07-04-41652