GAUL. Massalia. Circa 130-121 BC. Drachm (Silver, 17.5 mm, 2.70 g, 6 h). Diademed and draped bust of Artemis to right, wearing pendant earring and pearl necklace, and with bow and quiver over her shoulder. Rev. MAΣΣA Lion prowling to left, with open jaws and upraised right forepaw; below raised forepaw I; below, Λ; in exergue, A. Depeyrot 44/1. SNG Copenhagen 777. Attractively toned. About extremely fine.

From the collection of a Continental Nobleman who died in 1940 (original collectors ticket included).