Lot 5006
Sale 96 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Thessaly, Cretan Mercenaries (Rhodes), (175-170 B.C.), Pseudo-Rhodian drachm, (2.63 grams), obv. head of Helios three quarter facing to right, rev. rose with bud on right stalk dividing I **W*, above EPMIA**S*. (cf.S.5050, Price "The Larissa 1968 hoard" [Kraay-Morkholm Essays p.241-2], Nos. 247-1075, SNG Finland 793-5). As struck with trace of a blue patina, some discolouration, otherwise nearly extremely fine and scarce.
- Estimate
- $250
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $350