MYSIA. Pergamon. Circa 166-67 BC. Cistophorus (Silver, 25 mm, 12.33 g, 1 h), circa 85-76. Cista mystica from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; between the snake heads, IE above prytaneis monogram; to left, monogram of ΠΕΡΓ; to right, serpent-entwined thyrsos. Kleiner, Hoard 34. SNG Paris - . SNG v. Aulock 1370. Light scratches and the obverse struck somewhat off center, otherwise, good very fine.
From a European collection, formed before 2005.
Price realized | 122 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |