★ An interesting drachm from Lihyan of unusual style ★
ARABIA, Northwestern. Lihyan. Circa 2nd-1st centuries BC. 'Drachm' (Silver, 14 mm, 2.71 g, 9 h), imitating Athens. Devolved helmeted head of Athena to right, with monogram on cheek. Rev. AΘE Owl standing right, head facing; to left, olive sprig and crescent; all within incuse square. CNG 109 (2018), 364. Huth -. Leu Web Auction 7 (2019), 556. An interesting piece of very unusual style. Slightly rough, otherwise, good very fine.
Price realized | 2'000 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |