Aeolis, Elaia; head of Demeter/torch in wreath
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Description
Aeolis, Elaia, 2nd – 1st century BC. Head of Demeter right, wearing grain wreath / ΕΛ-ΑΙ-ΤΩ-Ν; torch, all within grain wreath.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE16 |
| Weight [g]: | 2,16 |
| Grade: | aVF/aVF |
| Attribution: | BMC 127, 20; SNG München 395; SNG Cop 181-5 |
| Commentary: | black patina, some light deposits, small flan crack |
Historical Context
The name of Demeter is very ancient, probably derived from Proto-Indian-European and means "Earth-Mother" or "Corn-Mother".
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