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Copyright credit: Auction CNG 2016
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Copyright credit: Auction CNG 2016
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Copyright credit: Auction CNG 2016
ARCHAEOLOGICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WEIGHT
Authority
Antipatros, agoranomos (Antioch)
Mint
Antioch
Denomination
1 Mina
Material
Lead
Manufacture
Cast
Shape
Square
Length
10.30 cm
Width
9.80 cm
Height
- cm
Metrology
| Mass (g) | Mass (grain) | Date of measurement | Reference | fragmented | cleaned | reference weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 507.10 | - | - | Auction CNG 2016 | No | No | Yes |
Iconography
| Symbol | Technique | Direction | Position | Number | Synecdoche |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornucopia | Relief | ||||
| Lattice pattern | Relief | ||||
| Caduceus | Relief | ||||
| Herm | Relief | RIGHT | Standing |
Wear
Corrosion
Handle
No
Suspension hole
No
Recarved mould
No
Recarved weight
No
Intentionally destroyed
No
Archaeological description
Auction CNG 2016: Lead mina weight. Syria, Antioch, dated SE 146 (167/6 BC). Antipatros, magistrate. Female figure standing right; ΑΝΤΙΟΧΕΙΟ[Ν] / ϹΜ–Ρ (date)/ / ΕΠΙ / ΑΝΤΙΠΑΤΡΟΥ / ΜΝΑ across field / Cross-hatch pattern (103×98mm, 507.1g). Cf. Rochesnard p. 60 (for smaller weight with same inscription); cf. Vecchi 13, lot 1338 (same). Fine, beige patina, bent at one corner, light scuff and surfaces crack. Very rare and interesting.
Autopsy
No
INSCRIPTION
| Language | Technique | Legend type |
|---|---|---|
| Greek | Relief | Authority, Date, Denomination, Mint |
Fac simile
ΑΝΤΙΟΧΕΙΟ Μ Ρ ΕΠΙ ΑΝΤΙΠ ΑΤΡΟΥ Μ Ν Α
Edition
Ἀντιόχειο[ς] | ϛμ–ρ´ | ἐπὶ | Ἀντιπ–άτρου | μνᾶ.
Monogram
ARCHAEOLOGICAL CONTEXT
Findspot (region)
Findspot (site)
context
CIRCUMSTANCES OF ACQUISITION
Region
City
Date of first acquisition
Oct. 26, 2016
circumstances
Antiquities trade.
DATING OF THE WEIGHT
Curatorial Section
GREEK
Time frame
FROM
-167
TO
-166
Comments on Chronology
Seleucid Era 146 = 167/166 BCE.
COLLECTION HISTORY
Collection
| Name | Date of acquisition | Inventory number |
|---|---|---|
| Antiquities Trade | Oct. 26, 2016 | None |
Bibliography
| Reference | Page/Column | Reference (number) | Plate / Figure | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auction CNG 2016e | None | 766 | None | None |
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