IONIA. Ephesos. Circa 180-67 BC. Cistophorus (Silver, 26 mm, 12.42 g, 12 h), year 45 (ME) = 90-89. Basket (cista mystica) from which a snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; to left, ME (date) above EΦE; to right, lighted torch; between snakes heads, serpent-entwined staff of Asclepius. DCA 325. Kleiner, dated 46. SNG Copenhagen 326. Obverse struck from a slightly worn die, otherwise, good very fine.
Price realized | 95 CHF |
Starting price | 60 CHF |