★ Pedigreed Zankle Drachm ★

Messana (as Zankle) AR Drachm, c. 500-493 BC

Sicily, Messana (as Zankle ). AR Drachm (23-25 mm, 5.67 g), c. 500-493 BC.
Obv. Dolphin left within sickle-shaped harbor; DANKLE below.
Rev. Nine-part incuse square with scallop shell in center.
Gielow 48 (same dies); SNG ANS 302.

Rare. Darkly toned and good very fine.

Ex CNG 93 (2013), lot 59 (sold for USD 3750 + fees).

Ex Auctiones AG Basel 11 (1980), lot 52.