Sicily, Selinos; head of river-god/celery leaf
55,00 €
Description
Sicily, Selinos, 435 – 415 BC. AE Cast Hexas. Head of river-god left / Celery leaf, two pellets (mark of value) flanking.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE18 |
| Weight [g]: | 5,72 |
| Grade: | gF/aVF |
| Attribution: | Price, Selinus 10; CNS 8 |
| Commentary: | well centered, dark green patina |
Historical Context
Selinos derives its name from wild parsley (Greek: selinon) growing in the area; parsley leaf became the symbol of the city.
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