CILICIA. Mallos. Circa 425-385 BC. Obol (Silver, 9.5 mm, 0.75 g, 9 h). Winged male figure advancing to right, holding solar disk in both hands; border of dots. Rev. ΜΑ - Ρ ( retrograde ) Swan standing to left, wings aflutter; in field to left, lance head. Casabonne Group 4. SNG von Aulock 5707 ( this coin ). Attractive and with a dark patina as found . About extremely fine.
From the "Collection sans Pareille" of Ancient Greek Fractions, and from the collections of L. Mildenberg and H. S. von Aulock.
The swan on this coin has probably just landed and is flapping his wings while settling down.
Price realized | 1'200 CHF |
Starting price | 280 CHF |
Estimate | 350 CHF |