Numismatica Ars Classica
Auction 96 6 October 2016
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Greek Coins
Epirus, Ambracia. Stater circa 360-338 BC, AR 8.34 g.
Description
Pegasus standing r., wing partially folded; between its legs, A. Rev. Head of Athena l., wearing Corinthian helmet; above, [A] and behind, nude male, wearing pilos, seated l. and holding short staff. In l. field, serpent coiled around tortoise.
References
Ravel, Colts 135
Calciati Pegasi 86/2 (these dies)
Condition
Wonderful iridescent tone and about extremely fine
Provenance
Heritage sale 3037, 2015, 29986