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DYNASTS OF LYCIA. Uncertain dynast, circa 480/70-430 BC. Hemiobol (Silver, 7 mm, 0.26 g, 12 h). Forepart of a boar to right. Rev. Head of hunting dog to left, wearing leash; all within incuse square. CNG E-Auction 287 (2012), 2012. Müseler -. Traité II, 184. Very rare and nicely toned. Very fine.
From the collection of Dr. P. Vogl, Leu Web Auction 16, 22-24 May 2021, 1104 and ex Peus 360, 27 April 1999, 19 (with original ticket).
The leash hanging down from the neck of the animal on the reverse clearly shows that this is not a wolf but a hunting dog on the scent, presumably one of the brave and strong breeds used to chase down wild boars.
From the collection of Dr. P. Vogl, Leu Web Auction 16, 22-24 May 2021, 1104 and ex Peus 360, 27 April 1999, 19 (with original ticket).
The leash hanging down from the neck of the animal on the reverse clearly shows that this is not a wolf but a hunting dog on the scent, presumably one of the brave and strong breeds used to chase down wild boars.