KINGS OF LYDIA. Alyattes to Kroisos, circa 610-546 BC. Trite (Electrum, 13 mm, 4.74 g), Sardes. Head of a lion with sun and rays on its forehead to right. Rev. Two incuse squares, one larger than the other. SNG Kayhan 1013. SNG von Aulock 2868-9. Weidauer 86-9. Nicely toned. Minor dimple on the mane, otherwise, very fine.
From the James Knox Collection of Biblical related coins, privately acquired from Jeff Khan on 16 April 2013 and ex Tkalec, 24 October 2003, 115.
Price realized | 3'600 CHF |
Starting price | 250 CHF |