LYDIAN KINGDOM. Croesus (561-546 BC). AR stater or double siglos (21mm, 10.74 gm). NGC AU S 5/5 - 5/5. Sardes. Confronted foreparts of lion right and bull left, both with outstretched foreleg / Two square punches of different size, side by side, with irregular interior surfaces. SNG Kayhan 1018. BMFA 2070. Berk, 100 Greatest Ancient Coins, 9.19. Perfectly struck and centered on cabinet toned flan with subdued luster and flashes of rainbow hues.
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Price realized | 26'000 USD |
Starting price | 2'600 USD |
Estimate | 5'000 USD |