MYSIA. Kyzikos. EL Hemihekte (1/12 Stater) (1.31 gms), ca. 550-500 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Scuffs.

Nomisma-VII, 75; SNG BN-206-7; Jameson-1402 (this coin). Obverse: Half-length figure of harpy left, holding tunny by the tail; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. Struck on a somewhat irregular flan, this lightly handled specimen presents great brilliance and a charming golden-orange brilliance.

From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection. Ex: Robert Jameson Collection, # 1402. Ex: Carlo Strozzi Collection (Sangiorgi - 4/1907) Lot # 1576.