Macedonia, Amphipolis; head of Herakles/Athena
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Description
Macedonia, Amphipolis, 148 – 32/1 BC. AMΦIÎ OΛITΩN; bearded head of Herakles right, lion skin tied around neck / Athena Nikephoros standing left with shield and spear.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE17 |
| Weight [g]: | 5,22 |
| Grade: | aVF/F |
| Attribution: | AMNG 54; SNG ANS 144; BMC 63 |
| Commentary: | dark green patina, some deposits |
Historical Context
The city's name ("around the city") probably comes from the topography with the river Strymon nearly surrounding the city.
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