LYDIA. Time of Alyattes to Kroisos (ca. 620/10-550/39 B.C.). EL Trite (1/3 Stater) (4.72 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5.
SNG von Aulock-2868-9; SNG Kayhan-1013. Obverse: Head of roaring lion right, "sun" with multiple rays on forehead; Reverse: Two square punches. This very early type is nicely struck and beautifully centered on a somewhat short electrum flan. Free from the commonly encountered countermarks or other surface problems.
From a New York Collection.
Price realized | 2'800 USD |
Starting price | 600 USD |