MYSIA. Kyzikos. EL Stater (16.01 gms), ca. 550-450 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Scuff.
Nomisma-VII, 72; Boston MFA-1450; SNG BN-200. Obverse: Sphinx, raising forepaw, crouching left on tunny left; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. Struck on a somewhat oblong flan, this thick issue nevertheless presents an almost complete design to the strike. Pale golden in color, with just a few typical edge splits.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Goldberg 59 (5/2010) Lot # 2134.
Estimate: $3000 - $5000