Description:

Greece, Pamphylia, ca. 370 to 333 BCE. The obverse features two naked athletes wrestling. In a field to the right, triskeles of human legs. This coin is a tribute to the wrestlers that participated in the ancient Olympics. Like the modern sport, an athlete needed to throw his opponent on the ground, landing on a hip, shoulder, or back for a fair fall. 3 throws were necessary to win a match. Attacks such as breaking your opponent's fingers were permitted in the ancient arena. Biting was not allowed and genital holds were also illegal. Size: 3/4" in diameter. Provenance: Ex-Art for Eternity, NYC, NY. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. #108432

  • Condition: VF tone.

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