TROAS Alexandria Troas AE18 Bronze Unit - Apollo / Horse Feeding from Trough

An intriguing and scarcer thematic ancient Greek bronze unit AE18 from the historic city of Alexandria Troas in the region of Troas.

This particular specimen features a highly sought-after domestic animal scene rather than the standard military or mythological motifs typically found on bronze coins of the era.

• Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right. Though softened by ancient circulation and environmental wear, the distinct facial profile, straight nose line, and stylised hair contours are visible beneath the patina 

• Reverse: A charming, scarcer numismatic type depicting a lone horse standing right, lowering its head to feed or drink directly from a rectangular feeding trough (manger) resting on the ground line . The anatomy of the horse, its raised tail, and the clear rectangular barrier of the trough are well-framed on the flan.