Kingdom of Lydia, Kroisos AR Stater - Double Siglos. Sardes, circa 550-546 BC. Confronted foreparts of roaring lion to right and bull to left, each with extended foreleg / Two square punches of unequal size. Berk 20; SNG Kayhan 1018; SNG von Aulock 2874; SNG Copenhagen 455; CNG e300, lot 66 (same dies). 10.66g, 20mm.
Near Mint State. In excellent state of preservation, displaying uncommonly sound and lustrous metal. An incredibly beautiful example of this iconic type.