Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.
Circa -500 - Circa -485
Object composed of silver Weight 17.06 g
Inscription present: Quadriga of horses, right, walking slowly; driven by a charioteer wearing a long chiton and holding reins in both hands; wheel of chariot in high relief; double exergue line, slightly curved; border of dots
Inscription present: Quadripartite incuse square, in form of swastika, the divisions partially sunk round the boundary lines and granulated; in the centre, an incuse circle in which female head, left; hair indicated by dots all over head and down neck
Accession number: CM.MC.2593-R
Primary reference Number: 229898
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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