Pisidia, Termessos Major; head of Zeus/forepart of horse
Description:
Pisidia, Termessos Major, 1st century BC. Laureate head of Zeus right / TEP; forepart of bridled horse galopping left, winged thunderbold right, date above.
Diameter:
AE18 mm
Weight:
4,8 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
Sear 5499 var. (date)
Commentary:
green patina with contrasting sandy deposits, perfect centering, attractive style
History:
Though a part of Roman Empire since 71 BC, Termessos had considerable autonomy and was exeptional in never issuing a coin with a name or image of any Roman emperor.
Article Number:
020-08-07-41652