LYDIA. Tralleis. Circa 166-67 BC. Cistophoric Tetradrachm (Silver, 27.5 mm, 12.61 g, 12 h), c. 155-145. Cista mystica with half-open lid from which a serpent issues to the left; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; to left, TPAΛ; to right, amphora. GRPC Lydia, S397. Kleiner-Noe Series 22. Pinder 145. Lightly toned. Good very fine.

From the Vineyard Collection, acquired in Munich on April 2001.