Lydia, Sardes; head of Dionysos/forepart of lion
60,00 €
Description
Lydia, Sardes, 2nd – 1st century BC. Wreathed head of Dionysos right / ΣΑΡΔΙΑΝΩΝ; forepart of lion right, monogram left.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE17 |
| Weight [g]: | 3,84 |
| Grade: | VF/VF |
| Attribution: | BMC 241, 47; SNG von Aulock 3188 |
| Commentary: | brown patina, sharp details |
Historical Context
Dionysos was killed by Titans but reborn afterward, what was often compared with Christian mythology which also includes wine and ceremonial meals.
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