KYRENAICA, Kyrene. Circa 490-475 BC. AR Drachm (9mm, 3.09 g). Asiatic standard. Two silphion fruits set base-to-base; pellet between, leaves at sides between / Facing head of lion within incuse square. Buttrey, Coins, Period I, Group 2, 87; SNG Copenhagen 1172; BMC 38. Toned, compact flan. VF. Excellent metal for issue. Very rare.
From the JTB Collection.