Macedonia, Akanthos; head of Athena/AKAN in square
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Description
Macedonia, Akanthos, 400 – 358 BC. Helmeted head of Athena left / AKAN in four-part square.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE12 |
| Weight [g]: | 2,20 |
| Grade: | gF/aVF |
| Attribution: | SNG ANS 56 |
| Commentary: | green patina, obverse slightly off-center |
Historical Context
Akanthos refused twice the offer to participate in Chalkidian League and, under the threat of war, called for Sparta's aid; the Spartans and Acanthians captured and destroyed Olynthos in 382 BC.
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