Ruler:
Hieron II (270-215 BC)
Ruler:
Philistis
(Struck in the name of)
Mint:
Syracuse
Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.
Circa -274 - Circa -216
Object composed of silver Weight 13.45 g
Inscription present: Head of Philistis, left, veiled and wearing diadem; behind neck, ear of barley; border of dots
Inscription present: Quadriga of horses galloping right, driven by winged Nike holding reins in both hands; plain exergue line; linear circle
Accession number: CM.MC.2915-R
Primary reference Number: 230218
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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