Leu Numismatik AG > Web Auction 28 | Auction date: 9 December 2023 |
Lot number: 675 Price realized: 380 CHF (Approx. 432 USD / 401 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: SICILY. Syracuse. Time of Hieron II, 216-215/4 BC. 1 1/2 Litra (Silver, 12 mm, 1.07 g, 6 h), in the name of the Syrakosioi. Bust of Artemis to right, wearing pendant earring and with her quiver over her shoulder. Rev. ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΟΙ Owl, with closed wings, standing to right, head facing; to left, E. CCO 307 (D1/R1). SNG ANS 906 var. (different letter). Darkly toned and unusually attractive for this charming issue. Minor scratches and with a flan fault on the obverse, otherwise, good very fine. From a European collection, formed before 2005. Starting price: 75 CHF |