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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 309 | Silver | Auction date: 22 February 2026 |
| Lot number: 66 Price realized: 1,700 EUR (Approx. 2,000 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Lesbos. Mytilene circa 377-326 BC. Sixth Stater or Hekte EL 11 mm, 2,53 g Laureate head of Zeus right; to right, serpent coiled right / Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin. Good Very Fine Bodenstedt 103; HGC 6, 1029. Herakles, renowned in Roman mythology as Hercules, stands as an iconic figure embodying unparalleled strength, valor, and resourcefulness in ancient Greek lore. Born to Alcmena and Zeus in Thebes, his narrative pivots around the infamous Twelve Labors, a penance imposed by the gods for a fit of madness that led him to slay his family. These labors, ranging from defeating the Nemean Lion to cleansing the Augean stables, showcased Herakles' exceptional abilities. Despite facing tragic elements, such as the madness-induced tragedy and subsequent suffering, divine favor accompanied him. Revered for his physical prowess and strategic brilliance, Herakles emerged as the archetype of classical heroism. Starting price: 750 EUR |  |
