CRETE. Phaistos. AR Stater (11.50 gms), ca. 330-320 B.C. NGC F, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.
Svor-13; SNG Cop-Unlisted. Obverse: Herakles standing facing, leaning upon club and with lion skin draped over arm; to left, coiled serpent right; tree of the Hesperides to right; Reverse: Bull advancing left within wreath. Typical weakness for this VERY RARE type, the present piece offers an alluring cabinet tone and no issues to mention.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Stack's (10/1978) Lot # 827.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000