Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.
Circa -400 - Circa -330
Object composed of silver Diameter 16.5 mm Weight 2.58 g
Inscription present: Head of Persephone, right, hair richly waved and bound with wreath of corn-leaves; triple drop earrings and necklace of pearls, the type copied from the Syracusan dekadrachm by Euainetos.
Inscription present: Ajax Oileus, right, naked, armed with crested Corinthian helmet, short sword and shield, ready to meet foe; interior of shield adorned with a griffin; ground indicated.
Accession number: CM.MC.5440-R
Primary reference Number: 232740
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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