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Roman Helmetted Bust of Minerva
Roman Helmetted Bust of Minerva
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Description
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze mount formed as the bust of Minerva with broad collar and textured cuirass; helmet with bifid crest and curved lateral horns; radiating strokes to the flange; hollow to the reverse with square-section mounting peg. 67 grams, 75mm (3"). From an English private collection; acquired in the 1970s. This is a Roman depiction of the Greek goddess Athena Alkidemos, Athena as protector of the people, and the presiding deity of Pella in Macedonia, who is depicted wearing a distinctive horned helmet.
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Fine condition.
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Roman Helmetted Bust of Minerva

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