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anonymous coins . Bronze 17 mm 4.-3. cent. BC unknown Greek mint. Macedonian shield with Gorgoneion-shaped boss / Macedonian helmet, mintmarks. Price 2065 vgl.; very fine
Gorgons like the famous Medusa are mythological creatures, whose look petrifies all beholders. In the same way as Perseus did, the Gorgoneion was used to protect the bearer from attackers.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Greek Coins |
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Category 2 | Macedonia |
Category 3 | Kingdom of Macedonia |
Ruler | anonymous coins |
Denomination | Bronze |
Date | 4.-3. cent. BC |
Mint | unknown Greek mint |
Material | AE |
Condition | very fine |
Catalogue | Price 2065 vgl. |
Weight | 4.49 g |
Diameter | 17 mm |
Item Number | 60917 |