KINGS OF LYDIA. Kroisos, circa 560-546 BC. Siglos (Silver, 16 mm, 5.07 g), Sardes. Confronted foreparts of a lion and a bull. Rev. Two incuse squares, one larger than the other. Berk 23. Rosen 663-5. SNG Kayhan 1024-6. Nicely toned. Somewhat porous, otherwise, very fine.
From the James Knox Collection of Biblical related coins, privately acquired from Nilus Coins on 4 August 2008.
Price realized | 260 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |