Ancients
LYDIAN KINGDOM. Croesus or later (after ca. 561 BC). AR half stater or siglos (15mm, 5.42 gm). NGC Choice XF★ 5/5 - 5/5. Sardes mint. Confronted foreparts of lion facing right and bull facing left, each with outstretched forelegs / Two square punches side by side, irregular interior surfaces. SNG Kayhan 1025. SNG von Aulock 2877. Berk, 100 Greatest Ancient Coins, 9.23. Bold strike with amazing eye appeal - hints of blue luster in the protected areas..
HID02901242017
Estimate: 2000-3000 USD