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Thrace. Thasos. 390-335 BC. AR Tetradrachm (15.39g, 11h). West 32b; Pixodaros 28a (this coin). Finely toned. Perfectly centered and struck. A coin of enchanting beauty. Choice extremely fine. From a European private collection; Münzen & Medaillen 1987 (72) lot 550
The figure of Herakles the archer became iconic for Thasians. Herakles is shown in a kneeling position and firing an arrow from his bow, a scene which was intended to protect the city from evil and which was also placed on the gates of the city.
The figure of Herakles the archer became iconic for Thasians. Herakles is shown in a kneeling position and firing an arrow from his bow, a scene which was intended to protect the city from evil and which was also placed on the gates of the city.