Phoneicia, Byblos. Silver Dishekel (13.3g), before ca. 333 BC EF. King Azbaal. Galley left, containing three hoplites with round shields; beneath, hippocamp and murex shell below. Reverse: Bull kneeling left, attacked by lion on his back. BMC 4-5; S-6011. The obverse is particularly choice with a marvelously defined hippocamp. Lightly toned. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,300
Ex Ponterio Auction, May 2002.