Thessaly, Perrhaiboi AR Hemidrachm. Circa 460-440 BC. The hero Thessalos, nude but for petasos and chlamys, seen in background, holding band around the head of a bull charging to right / Forepart of bridled horse to left, ΠE–Я–A (retrograde) around; all within shallow incuse square. BCD Thessaly II 540 = HGC 4, 138 (same dies). 2.90g, 15mm, 3h.
Extremely Fine; attractive cabinet tone with iridescent highlights. Extremely Rare.
From the VCV Collection.
Price realized | 1'000 GBP |
Starting price | 450 GBP |
Estimate | 750 GBP |