Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.
Circa -229 - Circa -197
Object composed of silver Diameter 31 mm Weight 16.38 g
Inscription present: Head of Athene, right, in triple-crested Athenian helmet, the front of which is adorned with the foreparts of horses, rising above which and adorning the side is a griffin; the back decorated with a scroll-pattern; pear-shaped pendant earring; hair escapes in thick mass below back of helmet; border of dots.
Inscription present: Owl standing on a Panathenaic amphora; monograms to left and right, below an ear of corn; all within an olive wreath.
Accession number: CM.MC.5898-R
Primary reference Number: 233195
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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