★ Ex CNG 31, 1994, 177, Ball FPL 39, 1937, 223 and from the duplicates of the Hermitage Museum, F. Schlessinger 13, 1935, 453 ★

THRACE. Ainos. Circa 417/6-415/4 BC. Diobol (Silver, 11 mm, 1.37 g, 8 h). Head of Hermes wearing petasos to right. Rev. AIN Goat standing right, before, ivy branch. AMNG II 301. May, Ainos 238-243. A beautifully toned piece with a superb pedigree. The obverse struck slightly off center, otherwise, about extremely fine.

From the Dr. F. J. Novak Collection, ex Classical Numismatic Group 31, 9-10 September 1994, 177, Gans FPL 29, September 1991, 7153 (with original tickets), R. Ball FPL 39, April 1937, 223 and from the duplicates of the Hermitage Museum, F. Schlessinger 13, 4 February 1935, 453.