MYSIA. Kyzikos. EL Hekte (2.62 gms), ca. 550-450 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5.
cf. Nomisma-VII, 70 (stater); cf. Boston MFA-1478 (same); SNG BN-Unlisted. Obverse: Nude youth kneeling left, holding tunny in each hand; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. Quite RARE in this smaller denomination, the present specimen offers an elegant strike with great brilliance and little in the way of handling.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Goldberg 63 (5/2011) Lot # 2469.
Estimate: $600 - $900