★ Well struck and with an exceptionally attractive reverse ★
Ousanas II, early 6th century. Chrysos (Gold, 16 mm, 1.56 g, 12 h). ✠OYCAC BA•CIΛЄΥC Draped half-length bust of Ousanas II to right, wearing tiara and circular earring, holding spear in his right hand and with bracelets on his right arm; to left and right, ears of barley; all within circular border. Rev. ✠Θ•ЄΟΥ ЄΥΧAΡICTI∀ Draped half-length bust of Ousanas II to right, wearing tight-fitting head cloth and circular earring, holding branch in his right hand and with bracelets on his right arm; to left and right, ears of barley; all within circular border. Hahn, Aksumite, 37a. Hahn & Keck, MAKS, 60. Munro-Hay, AC, type 85. Well struck and with an exceptionally attractive reverse. Nearly extremely fine.
From the Dr. Stephan Coffman Collection, ex Baldwin's of St. James 45, 18 June 2020, 29.
Price realized | 850 CHF |
Starting price | 150 CHF |