Mysia, Pergamon; head of Athena/owl
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Description
Mysia, Pergamon, 2nd – 1st century BC. Head of Athena right wearing crested helmet ornamented with star / ΑΘΗΝΑΣ-ΝΙΚΗΦΟΡΟΥ; owl flying facing, carrying palm branch in talons.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE17 |
| Weight [g]: | 3,40 |
| Grade: | VF/aVF |
| Attribution: | Sear 3963 var; SNG Cop 383 ff |
| Commentary: | green patina with light sandy deposits, well centered, good details |
Historical Context
Pergamon was briefly the capital of the Roman province of Asia, before the capital was transferred to Ephesus.
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