Macedonia, D. Junius Silanus; head of Silenus/legend in wreath
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Description
Macedonia under Roman rule, D. Junius Silanus – Praetor (167 – 165 BC). Facing head of Silenus / D-MAKE-ΔONΩN within oak wreath.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE20 |
| Weight [g]: | 11,62 |
| Grade: | aVF/aVF |
| Attribution: | SNG Cop 1324 |
| Commentary: | green patina with bronze highlights, obverse slightly off-center |
Historical Context
In spite of being a notorious consumer of wine and usually drunk, Silenus was regarded as a wise, philosophizing character.
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