LESBOS. Mytilene. EL Hekte (2.55 gms), ca. 521-478 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.
Bodenstedt-16; HGC-6, 941. Obverse: Head of ram right; below, cock standing left, pecking at ground; Reverse: Incuse head of roaring lion right. A lustrous and lightly toned example, offering a fairly well centered strike for issue. A few light marks near the lion's mouth are noted for completeness.
Estimate: $400.00- $600.00