Numismatica Ars Classica Zurich

Auction 138  –  18 - 19 May 2023

Numismatica Ars Classica Zurich, Auction 138

Greek, Roman and Byzantine Coins

Part 1: Th, 18.05.2023, from 2:30 PM CEST
Part 2: Fr, 19.05.2023, from 2:30 PM CEST
The auction is closed.

Description

Gela.
Didrachm circa 490-475 BC, AR 8.64 g. Naked and helmeted rider on prancing horse r., wielding spear in raised r. hand, l. arm behind horse's mane, holding reins. Rev. CE – ΛΑ partially retrograde Forepart of man-headed bull r.; all within shallow circular incuse. Boston, MFA 241 (these dies). Kraay-Hirmer pl. 55, 156 (these dies). Hunterian 210 (these dies). Jenkins, Gela 28.
Of lovely style and with a light iridescent tone. Almost invisible metal
flaw on reverse, otherwise extremely fine

From an Exceptional Collection assembled between the early 70s and late 90s.

Question about this lot?

Bidding

Price realized 5'000 CHF
Starting price 2'000 CHF
Estimate 2'500 CHF
The auction is closed.
Feedback / Support