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Kingdom of Lydia, Kroisos AR Siglos. Sardes, circa 545-520 BC. Confronted foreparts of lion and bull / Two incuse square punches of unequal size. SNG Cop. 456; SNG von Aulock 2877-79; SNG Kayhan 1025; Rosen Coll. 663. 5.49g, 10/17mm.
Beautiful tone, Good Very Fine.
From a Swiss Private Collection.
The 'Kroisos' type coinage is one of the most known of all ancient Greek coinage. King Kroisos was one of the pioneers in early struck coinage. The issues began in circa 550 BC and contained light as heavy series and different nominations. The heavy stater of Kroisos in Gold and the double siglos in silver are the most popular issues.
Beautiful tone, Good Very Fine.
From a Swiss Private Collection.
The 'Kroisos' type coinage is one of the most known of all ancient Greek coinage. King Kroisos was one of the pioneers in early struck coinage. The issues began in circa 550 BC and contained light as heavy series and different nominations. The heavy stater of Kroisos in Gold and the double siglos in silver are the most popular issues.