Thessaly, Larissa. Silver Drachm (6.11 g), early 4th century BC. Obverse and reverse dies signed by the artist AI… or IA… Head of the nymph Larissa facing slightly left, hair bound in ampyx; [ΓE]Y on ampyx; above in tiny letters, artist's signature: IA. Reverse: ΛAPIΣAI in exergue, horse, with bucranium brand on haunch, standing right, preparing to roll; below belly, artist's signature AI. Lorber grp. I, head type 11, 17.2; BCD Thessaly II 208. Attractive toning. Signed dies. Very Fine. Estimate Value $500 - 550
From the Lee Rousseau Collection.