Macedonia, Thessalonica; head of Dionysos/Pegasos
Description:
Macedonia, Thessalonica, 168 - 31 BC. Wreathed head of Dionysos right / ΘΕΣ−ΣΑ-ΛΟΝΙΚΗΣ; Pegasos rearing right, grain ear below.
Diameter:
AE18 mm
Weight:
7,7 g
Grade:
VF/gVF
Attribution:
Moushmov 6656; SNG Cop 351
Commentary:
choice example of this rarer issue, black patina, sharp details, obverse slightly off-center
History:
Dionysos was killed by Titans but reborn afterward, what was often compared with Christian mythology which also includes wine and ceremonial meals.
Article Number:
020-08-05-41652