Ruler:
Antiochus II Theos (261 BC-246 BC)
Mint:
Myrina
Method of acquisition: Given (1906-11-22) by McClean, J. R.
-266 - -246
Object composed of silver Diameter 28 mm Weight 17.11 g
Inscription present: Head of Antiochus II, right, wearing diadem; border of dots.
Inscription present: Herakles, naked, seated left on rock over which is thrown his lion-skin; left leg forward, right leg drawn back; with right hand holds club which rests on ground, the strap round wrist; left hand rests on rock; to right, oenochoe, right; below, lance-head, right.
Accession number: CM.MC.9253-R
Primary reference Number: 236516
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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