Lot 2287

Sale 140 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Mysia, Pergamon, (166-7 B.C.), silver cistophoric tetradrachm, (12.38 g), obv. cista mystica containing serpent, all within ivy wreath, rev. bow in case between two coiled serpents, to left monogram of *PRYTANEIS*, civic monogram left, serpent entiwned thyrsos to right (Kleiner 34). Obverse slightly off centre, very fine.

Ex Stephen J. Bridges Collection, purchased from CNG E506 (lot 130) with ticket.

Estimate
$250
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$220