Macedonia, Thessalonica; head of Dionysos/Pegasos
90,00 €
Description
Macedonia, Thessalonica, 168 – 31 BC. Wreathed head of Dionysos right / ΘΕΣ−ΣΑ-ΛΟΝΙΚΗΣ; Pegasos rearing right, grain ear below.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE18 |
| Weight [g]: | 7,70 |
| Grade: | VF/gVF |
| Attribution: | Moushmov 6656; SNG Cop 351 |
| Commentary: | choice example of this rarer issue, black patina, sharp details, obverse slightly off-center |
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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