Aeolis, Neonteichos; head of Athena/owl
Description:
Aeolis, Neonteichos, 2nd century BC. Helmeted head of Athena right / Owl standing right, head facing, NE monogram below.
Diameter:
AE9 mm
Weight:
0,82 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
SNG Cop 244; SNG von Aulock 1670
Commentary:
great details, flan edge crack
History:
Athena wears a griffin decorated helmet - helmet featured often on the depiction of Amazons (e.g. gold hoard from Panagyurishte).
Article Number:
005-03-01-41652