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Macedonia, Akanthos; head of Athena/AKNA in wheel
80,00 €
Description
Macedonia, Akanthos, 400 – 358 BC. Helmeted head of Athena right / A-K-N-A within wheel of four spokes.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE14 |
| Weight [g]: | 2,96 |
| Grade: | gF/gF |
| Attribution: | AMNG 45; SNG ANS 53; BMC 42 |
| Commentary: | attractive green patina, good centering |
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.


