SICILY. Unlocated Punic Mint, Lilybaion or Entella. 320/315-300 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 24 mm, 17.24 g, 8 h). Head of Persephone to left, wearing wreath of wheat leaves, triple pendant earring and pearl necklace; around her head, four dolphins. Rev. 'MM= People of the Camp Horse's head to left; behind, date palm. Jenkins, Punic 214 (O64'/R186). Very well-struck and powerful, with an elegant head of Persephone and a spirited horse head. Extremely fine.
From the Morcote Collection, formed before 2005.
Price realized | 7'500 CHF |
Starting price | 2'800 CHF |
Estimate | 3'500 CHF |