Metrology
Mass (g) |
Mass (grain) |
Date of measurement |
Reference |
fragmented |
cleaned |
reference weight |
2954.02 |
- |
- |
Auction CNG 2009 |
No |
No |
Yes |
Iconography
Symbol |
Technique |
Direction |
Position |
Number |
Synecdoche |
Sphinx |
Relief |
LEFT |
Seated |
|
|
Amphora |
Relief |
LEFT |
Lying |
|
|
Handle
No
Suspension hole
No
Recarved mould
No
Recarved weight
No
Intentionally destroyed
No
Archaeological description
Auction CNG 2009: Chios. 4th-2nd century BC. PB 5 Minai Weight (2954.02 g). Sphinx seated to left on Chian amphora, ΠENTE above / Blank. Cf. Rochesnard II, p. 71 (for design type); cf. Gorny & Mosch 169, lot 454 (mina); otherwise unpublished. VF, off-white earthen patina, areas of striation due to material loss. Very rare.