MACEDON. Amphipolis. 369/8 BC. Drachm (Silver, 15 mm, 3.93 g, 6 h). Laureate head of Apollo facing, turned slightly to the right. Rev. ΑΜΦ-IΠΟ-ΛΙΤ-ΕΩΝ Raised square frame surrounding a race torch with flames burning to the left; all within a very shallow incuse square. Lorber 63 (O9/R1). SNG ANS 80 ( this reverse die ). Apparently the second known example of this die pair. Toned, well-centered and of good style. Scratches and marks, otherwise, very fine.
From an American collection, ex Triton 1, 2 December 1997, 403 ( with the original ticket ).
Price realized | 2'000 CHF |
Starting price | 800 CHF |