Etruria, Populonia
10 units circa 300-250, AR 4.14 g. Laureate male head l.; behind, X. Rev. Blank. SNG ANS 26 (these dies). SNG Firenze 451 (these dies). Vecchi 59 (this coin). Historia Numorum Italy 168. Undoubtedly one of the finest specimens known. A wonderful portrait perfectly struck on a broad flan and with an enchanting iridescent tone. Virtually as struck and almost Fdc Ex Bourgey sale 2-3 April 2001, 4.