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August 2019 ANA - Sess. A-C 14 & 16 Aug 2019
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IONIA. Uncertain Mint. EL Trite (1/3 Stater) (4.63 gms), ca. 650-600 B.C. NGC MS, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5.
SNG von Aulock-7761; Rosen-253. Obverse: Globular surface with cluster of pellets; Reverse: Two incuse square punches. Among the earliest coins ever produced, this specimen contains only basic shapes, the artistry of engraving not yet mastered or in any way a priority. Eventually, the cluster of pellets would become more lifelike representations, such as the head of a majestically roaring lion, while the basic incuse square punches on the reverse would yield to civic badges more emblematic of the issuing authority. This piece offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a mint state example from the dawn of coinage.
Estimate: $2600.00- $3200.00
SNG von Aulock-7761; Rosen-253. Obverse: Globular surface with cluster of pellets; Reverse: Two incuse square punches. Among the earliest coins ever produced, this specimen contains only basic shapes, the artistry of engraving not yet mastered or in any way a priority. Eventually, the cluster of pellets would become more lifelike representations, such as the head of a majestically roaring lion, while the basic incuse square punches on the reverse would yield to civic badges more emblematic of the issuing authority. This piece offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a mint state example from the dawn of coinage.
Estimate: $2600.00- $3200.00