Ancient Greek Silver Obol – Pisidia, Selge c. 350–300 BC and refined facial modeling are

and refined facial modeling are typical of the Escuintla–Tiquisate sculptural tradition of the southern Maya lowlands

the upper section surmounted by a domed finial and encircled by a vertical arrangement of four anthropomorphic faces in shallow relief

the figure represents a standing male divinity or votive attendant

Provenance: Ex Private NY Collection

featuring almond-shaped eyes outlined in black pigment

Ancient Greek Silver Obol – Pisidia, Selge c. 350–300 BC and refined facial modeling areAncient Greek Silver Obol Pisidia, Selge c. 350300 BC Authentic Ancient Greek silver obol struck at Selge, Pisidia, during the Classical to early Hellenistic period (circa 350300 BC). Obverse: Facing gorgoneion with protruding tongue, a powerful apotropaic image intended to ward off evil. Reverse: Head of Athena right, wearing a crested Attic helmet, emblematic of wisdom, warfare, and civic protection. Metal: Silver Diameter: ~10 mm Weight: ~0. 85