| Roma Numismatics Ltd > E-Sale 118 | Auction date: 8 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 318 Price realized: 360 GBP (Approx. 455 USD / 420 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Attica, Athens AR New Style Tetradrachm. Circa 119/8 BC. Dionys-, Dionysi- and Metro-, magistrates. Helmeted head of Athena Parthenos to right, wearing triple-crested Attic helmet adorned with Pegasos / Owl standing to right, head facing, on amphora; Α-ΘΕ above ΔIO-NYΣ, ΔIONYΣI, MHTPO across fields; to right, Helios standing facing in quadriga, amphora inscribed H (month), ΣΩ (contractor's initials) below; all within wreath. Thompson 566c (same obv. die); HGC 4, 1602. 16.53g, 27mm, 12h. Good Very Fine. Ex cgb.fr, Internet Auction December 2021, 7 December 2021, lot 45; Ex Aymé Cornu collection. Estimate: 400 GBP |  |
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| Roma Numismatics Ltd > Auction XXX | Auction date: 21 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 133 Price realized: 1,300 GBP (Approx. 1,647 USD / 1,516 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Attica, Athens AR New Style Tetradrachm. Circa 129/8 BC. Dioge-, Posei- and Dorothe-, magistrates. Head of Athena Parthenos to right, wearing necklace, pendant earring, and triple-crested Attic helmet decorated with the protomes of four horses above the visor, a Pegasos in flight rightward above the raised earpiece, and a curvilinear ornament on the bowl / Owl standing to right, head facing, on amphora with I (month); A-ӨE above ΔΙΟ-ΓΕ ΠΟΣΕ ΔΩΡΟΘΕ (magistrates' names) in five lines across fields, Dionysos standing facing in left field, holding thyrsos, ME below amphora; all within wreath. Thompson 417e; HGC 4, 1602. 16.81g, 30mm, 12h. Extremely Fine; light marks to cheek, attractive light cabinet tone with golden iridescence. Ex A. Tkalec AG, 22 April 2007, lot 51. Estimate: 750 GBP |  |
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| Roma Numismatics Ltd > E-Sale 117 | Auction date: 22 February 2024 |
| Lot number: 145 Price realized: 650 GBP (Approx. 820 USD / 759 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Attica, Athens AR New Style Tetradrachm. Circa 144/3 BC. Charinautes, Aristeas, and Dionysodo, magistrates. Head of Athena Parthenos to right, wearing necklace, pendant earring, and triple-crested Attic helmet decorated with the protomes of four horses above the visor, Pegasos in flight rightward above the raised earpiece, and curvilinear ornament on the bowl / Owl standing to right, head facing, on amphora with B (month); A-ӨE above XAPINAYTHΣ APIΣTEAΣ ΔIONYΣOΔΩ (magistrates' names) in six lines across field, Artemis Phosphoros (or Demeter?) standing facing, holding two torches, in right field, ME below; all within wreath. Thompson 690a; HGC 4, 1602. 16.62g, 30mm, 12h. Good Very Fine; light cabinet tone. Estimate: 550 GBP |  |
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| Roma Numismatics Ltd > Auction XXX | Auction date: 21 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 132 Price realized: 1,500 GBP (Approx. 1,900 USD / 1,749 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Attica, Athens AR New Style Tetradrachm. Circa 165/4 BC. Polycharm-, Nikog- and Philodr- magistrates. Head of Athena Parthenos to right, wearing necklace, pendant earring, and triple-crested Attic helmet decorated with the protomes of four horses above the visor, a Pegasos in flight rightward above the raised earpiece, and a curvilinear ornament on the bowl / Owl standing to right, head facing, on amphora with Γ (month); A-ӨE above ΠOΛY-XAPM NIKOΓ ΦΙΛΟΔP (magistrates' names) in four lines across fields, winged kerykeion to left, ME below; all within wreath. Thompson 376d corr. (magistrate name) var. (same obv. die, unlisted controls); HGC 4, 1602. 16.85g, 32mm, 12h. Extremely Fine. Ex Classical Numismatic Group, Triton XIV, 4 January 2011, lot 214. Estimate: 2000 GBP |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 203 | Silver | Auction date: 24 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 14 Price realized: 500 EUR (Approx. 543 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Sicily. Himera circa 470-450 BC. Litra AR 10 mm, 0,61 g Bearded male head to right, wearing a crested Attic helmet, adorned with an olive sprig on the bowl / Attic helmet to right, adorned with a tendril on the bowl. Attractive, toned and well-struck and centred. Near Extremely Fine. Buceti 43b. HGC 2, 446. SNG Lloyd 1029. The ancient city of Himera, located on the northern coast of Sicily, was one of the significant Greek colonies in the region, founded around 648 BC by settlers from Chalcis in Euboea and Zancle (modern Messina). It was strategically situated at the mouth of the Himera River, serving as a vital link between the Greek world and the indigenous populations of Sicily. Himera played a critical role in the Greek-Punic conflicts, standing as a bulwark against Carthaginian expansion in Sicily. The coinage of Himera, like the one described – a Litra dating from circa 470-450 BC – offers a fascinating glimpse into the art, culture, and political affiliations of the city. The litra, made of silver, reflects the economic prosperity and trade connections of Himera. Its weight and composition align with the broader system of Greek coinage, which facilitated commerce across the Mediterranean. The obverse of the coin features a bearded male head, right-facing, adorned with a crested Attic helmet. This imagery is significant in several ways. The helmet is a symbol of warfare and defense, possibly reflecting Himera's military readiness or its participation in the wider conflicts of the Greek world. The olive sprig on the helmet may symbolize peace or victory, potentially commemorating a specific event or general prosperity. The depiction of the bearded male could represent a god, hero, or local ruler, indicating the city's cultural and religious affiliations. The reverse of the coin depicts an Attic helmet to the right, this time adorned with a tendril. This imagery reinforces the martial theme while also connecting to the agricultural bounty of Sicily, perhaps symbolizing the intertwining of military strength and economic prosperity. Coins like the one from Himera serve multiple purposes beyond mere economic transactions. They are instruments of propaganda, conveying messages about the city's wealth, power, and divine favor. They also act as pieces of portable art, showcasing the skill of Himeran engravers and the aesthetic values of the time. This Litra from Himera is a testament to the city's historical significance, reflecting its economic activity, cultural connections, and political ambitions in the classical period. It encapsulates a moment in time when Himera was an active participant in the complex tapestry of ancient Sicilian history Starting price: 500 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 209 | Silver | Auction date: 28 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 75 Price realized: 200 EUR (Approx. 214 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Attica. Athens circa 176-175 BC. Tetradrachm AR. New Style Coinage 33 mm, 15,90 g Head of Athena Parthenos to right, wearing necklace, pendant earring, and triple-crested Attic helmet decorated with the protomes of four horses above the visor, Pegasos in flight rightward above the raised earpiece, and a curvilinear ornament on the bowl / Owl standing to right, head facing, on amphora; A-ΘE across upper fields, monograms flanking, filleted thyrsos in right field; ME below amphora; all within wreath. Nearly Very Fine Thompson 177b; HGC 4, 1602. Starting price: 150 EUR |  |
