IONIA. Uncertain Mint. EL Hemihekte (1/12 Stater) (1.14 gms), ca. 625-600 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.

Mc Fadden-3; SNG Kayhan-699-700. Obverse: Geometric figure resembling a star, composed of a cross centered upon a polygon of eight sides; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square, with pellet at center; each quarter contains a diagonal line radiating from the central pellet. A beautiful example of one of the earliest issues of coinage, this example is decently centered and there is very little evidence of wear on the well struck design elements.