Lesbos. Mytilene. 460-450 BC. EL Hekte (2.53g, 1h). Bodenstedt 41; SNG von Aulock 1694. Lightly toned. Well-centered. Good very fine. From the Sadijas collection

The boar was widespread throughout ancient Antiquity... Its ferociousness, destructiveness and strength made it a worthy opponent for hunters and mythological heroes. Greek artists were attracted to the muscular build, pliant skin, bristly mane, and fierce countenance of the wild boar; its image appeared often on coins, gems, vases or reliefs.