Question

why is the mariner described as ancient?describe two of his physical features​

Answer 1

Explanation:

the ancient mariner was an old man with skinny hands and glittering eyes. ... He had shiny white beard all over his face , his eyes were so appealing that he was able to persuade the wedding guest , even though he didn't want to listen him.

Answer 2

Answer:

The ancient mariner is an old, old man; he's skinny, dark skinned from years of exposure to the elements, and he has a "glittering" eye. An ocean journey is imperiled by an icy stretch of sea, and the sailors' kindness to an albatross saves their lives.

The ancient mariner foolishly shoots the albatross with a crossbow, but no one can explain his actions. His punishment for such a savage and thoughtless act was to be cursed by a spirit who loved the great bird, and the ancient mariner spends the rest of his life recounting his mistake and the loss of his shipmates through impulsiveness.