Thessaly, Gyrton; jugate heads of Gyrton and horse/head of Gyrtona
65,00 €
Description
Thessaly, Gyrton, 400 – 350 BC. Jugate heads of youthful Gyrton and horse right / ΓΥPΤΩΝΙΩΝ; head of the nymph Gyrtona right.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE17 |
| Weight [g]: | 4,42 |
| Grade: | gF/gF |
| Attribution: | Sear 2086v. |
| Commentary: | rare variety; brown patina |
Historical Context
Founding myth of the city credits either Gyrton, brother of Phlegyas, or his sister, the nymph Gyrtone with being the eponym of Gyrton; both are depicted on this coin.
Related products
