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Coin of Larissa with head of Larissa
Greek
Classical Period
400–344 B.C.
Mint: Thessaly, Larissa
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 21.5 mm. Weight: 8.16 gm. Die Axis: 1
Credit Line
Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour
Accession Number65.720
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CollectionsEurope, Ancient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Filleted head of Larissa three-quarters left.
Reverse: Bridled horse to right.
Below, ear of corn.
Inscription in Greek and monogram.
Reverse: Bridled horse to right.
Below, ear of corn.
Inscription in Greek and monogram.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: in the collection of an English clergyman (now MFA 65.636-65.870); about 1963: collection purchased at auction in London by Robert E. Hecht, Jr.; collection purchased by MFA from Robert E. Hecht, Jr., June 9,1965