Ousanas II, early 6th century. Chrysos (Gold, 18 mm, 1.62 g, 11 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. ✠ΘЄΟΥ 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. Pierced twice and with two attempted punctures on the obverse at 9 o' clock, otherwise, very fine.
From the Dr. Stephan Coffman Collection, ex NBJ E-Auction 2, 23 April 2021, 181.
Price realized | 550 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |