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Coin of Hierapolis with bust of Athena
Roman Provincial
Imperial Period
2nd–early 3rd century A.D.
Mint: Asia: Phrygia, Hierapolis
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 17.5 mm. Weight: 3.09 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour
Accession Number64.1184
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Bust of Athena, wearing helmet and aegis, right.
Reverse: Nemesis standing left, holds bridle in left hand and with right plucks at chiton.
Inscription in Greek.
Reverse: Nemesis standing left, holds bridle in left hand and with right plucks at chiton.
Inscription in Greek.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: Hans von Aulock Collection; purchased by MFA from Hans von Aulock, September 23, 1964