Kingdom of Lydia, Alyattes EL Trite - 1/3 Stater. Sardes, circa 610-546 BC. Head of roaring lion right, sunburst with multiple rays on forehead / Two incuse square punches. Traité II/1, 44, pl. II, 6; BMC Lydia 2, 7, pl. I, 6; SNG von Aulock 2869; SNG Copenhagen 449-451; SNG Lockett 2977; Weidauer 86; Boston MFA 1764. 4.74g, 12mm.
Near Extremely Fine.
Acquired from Classical Numismatic Group;
Ex J.B. Collection, purchased Autumn 1998.