Numismatica Ars Classica Zurich

Spring Sale 2020  –  25 May 2020

Numismatica Ars Classica Zurich, Spring Sale 2020

Greek, Roman and Byzantine Coins

Mo, 25.05.2020, from 1:30 PM CEST
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Description

Sicily, Messana.
As Zankle under the Samians. Chalcidian drachm circa 500-493, AR 24 mm, 5.11 g. DANKΛE Dolphin swimming l. within sickle-shaped open harbour; outer edge of wharf surrounded by dots. Rev. Mussel shell within nine squares, part incuse and part in relief. SNG Copenhagen 388. SNG ANS 301. Gielow 63ff.
Very rare. Old cabinet tone, surface on obverse somewhat corroded, otherwise very fine

From a Swiss collection from Tessin assembled in the 1920’s (sold with its original ticket).

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Price realized 1'500 CHF 23 bids
Starting price 240 CHF
Estimate 300 CHF
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