Lydia, Sardes; head of Apollo/club in wreath
50,00 €
Description
Lydia, Sardes, after 133 BC. Head of Apollo right / ΣΑΡΔΙΑΝΩΝ; club within oak wreath.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE16 |
| Weight [g]: | 4,74 |
| Grade: | aVF/aVF |
| Attribution: | SNG Cop 470ff; SNG Von Aulock 3125 |
| Commentary: | sandy surfaces with dark patina shining through, perfectly centered |
Historical Context
Gradually club became the iconic weapon of Herakles, and the bow, sometimes depicted with the legendery hero in previous times, disappeared, probably because it was mainly the weapon of Greek enemies.
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