Greek Coins. Messana
As Zankle under the Samians. Chalcidian drachm circa 500-493, AR 24 mm, 5.11 g. DANKΛE Dolphin swimming l. within sickle-shaped open harbour; outer edge of wharf surrounded by dots. Rev. Mussel shell within nine squares, part incuse and part in relief. SNG Copenhagen 388. SNG ANS 301. Gielow 63ff.
Very rare. Old cabinet tone, surface on obverse somewhat corroded, otherwise very fine
From a Swiss collection from Tessin assembled in the 1920's (sold with its original ticket).