Posted 03/30/2022 6:33 pm
I'm pretty sure, with the long hair, that it's supposed to be a female - and thus a depiction of the goddess Athena/Minerva. She is depicted on both ancient Greek and Roman coins (and on other ancient artwork) in such a pose, complete with spear, shield and Corinthian helmet. The olive tree (behind the standing figure) is also closely associated with Athena.
As to the identity of the medal itself, with no maker or issuer named and a blank reverse, perhaps it's a generic award medal?
As to the identity of the medal itself, with no maker or issuer named and a blank reverse, perhaps it's a generic award medal?
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