Description
Black glass Greek document seal with facing head of Athena wearing a triple crested helmet.
3-1 BC
Greek Asia
Size is about 1.5 cm and weighing at 1.8 grams.
This black glass document seal from 3rd to 1st century BC Greek Asia shows the face of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, wearing a triple-crested helmet. Made from durable and attractive black glass, it was likely used to seal important documents. The front-facing image of Athena is unusual and highlights her strong, protective role, showing the seal’s importance in Greek culture at the time.
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