Harlan J. Berk

229th Buy or Bid Sale  –  19 November 2024

Harlan J. Berk, 229th Buy or Bid Sale

Ancient and World Coins

Tu, 19.11.2024, from 11:00 PM CET
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Description

Sicily, Leontini. Tetradrachm; Sicily, Leontini; c. 440-430 BC, Tetradrachm, 17.36g. Boehringer-53, SNG ANS-241. Obv: Head of Apollo l. Rx: LEONTINON around head of lion r.; barley grains above, below and left; bay leaf behind. Master of the Bay Leaf. Ex Sotheby's. Zurich. Sold on the Instructions of Numismatic Fine Arts. October 27-28, 1993, lot 213.Because this coin is so exceptional, although it is not signed, it is noted as "Master of the Bay leaf." This is a relatively scarce image of Apollo, in wonderful condition. Some isolated luster on the obverse, and some flat striking on the highest parts of the lion's jaw from high relief. MS

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Price realized 9'500 USD
Starting price 8'125 USD
Estimate 12'500 USD
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