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CYCLADES, Andros. 3rd-1st century BC. (Bronze, 15.5 mm, 4.00 g, 12 h). Bearded head of Dionysos to right, wearing ivy wreath. Rev. Α-[Ν-Δ]-Ρ-Ι Kantharos. HGC 6, 470. Joy 506-7. Paschalis 11. Dark green patina; well-centered with a fine depiction of Dionysos. Very fine.
From the Vineyard Collection, ex Classical Numismatic Group MBS 60, 22 May 2002, 579.
Dionysos, the god perhaps best known for his bacchanalian festivals and whose divine protection surely boosted the island's wine economy, which was robust, was particularly revered by the islanders, who held an annual celebration in his honor. During the height of the festival, a fountain was even made to flow with wine.
From the Vineyard Collection, ex Classical Numismatic Group MBS 60, 22 May 2002, 579.
Dionysos, the god perhaps best known for his bacchanalian festivals and whose divine protection surely boosted the island's wine economy, which was robust, was particularly revered by the islanders, who held an annual celebration in his honor. During the height of the festival, a fountain was even made to flow with wine.