Mysia, Cyzicus. Tetradrachm circa 150, AR 17.07 g. Laureate and draped bust of Kore Soteira r. Rev. Monogram / KYZI / KHNΩN / Φ above and below lit torch to l.; all within oak wreath. von Fritze pl. VI, 13 var. (different monograms). SNG France 450 var. (different monograms).
Very rare and in exceptional condition for the issue, among the finest specimens known.
An excellent portrait perfectly struck in high relief and a wonderful iridescent tone.
Virtually as struck and almost Fdc
Ex Gitta Kastner 6, 1974, 93 and NAC 2, 1990, 181 sales. From the Harald Salvesen collection.