Steelyard Weight with the Bust of Athena

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5th–7th century · Copper alloy · Medieval Art

Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, could often be seen on steelyard weights even after Christianity was made the official religion of the Empire. The use of weights of various sizes provided greater accuracy.

Artist

Unknown

Date

5th–7th century

Medium

Copper alloy

Culture

Byzantine

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Bequest of Adra M. Newell, 1966