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Stater (Coin) Depicting Pegasus

A work made of silver.
CC0 Public Domain Designation

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  • A work made of silver.

Date:

350-338 BCE

Artist:

Greek; minted in Corinth

About this artwork

The front of this coin depicts the winged horse Pegasus flying left.

On the back the goddess Athena Chalinitis “The Bridler” is shown facing left with a diminutive dove behind her, surrounded by a wreath.

Status

On View, Gallery 151

Department

Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

Culture

Ancient Greek

Title

Stater (Coin) Depicting Pegasus

Place

Corinth (Minted in)

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350 BCE–338 BCE

Medium

Silver

Dimensions

Diam.: 2.2 cm (7/8 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. William Nelson Pelouze

Reference Number

1923.1138

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