ZEUGITANA. Carthage. Bl Shekel (7.65 gms), ca. 264-241 B.C. NGC MS★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5. Fine Style.
MAA-I, 42; SNG Cop-187; M-112. Obverse: Head of Tanit left, wearing grain wreath and triple pendent earring; Reverse: Horse standing right, head left. Presenting astounding quality for the type, this well centered example features a solid strike on a flan of better silver content than usual. No evidence of handling is evident, and some hints of brilliance remain in the protected areas.
Ex: CNG 40 (12/1996) Lot # 1166.
Estimate: $500.00- $1000.00