MYSIA. Kyzikos. EL Stater (15.91 gms), ca. 450-330 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 3/5.
Nomisma-VII, 168; Boston MFA-Unlisted; SNG BN-315. Obverse: Thessalian cavalryman, wearing kausia, on horse rearing right; below, tunny right; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. An EXTREMELY RARE type, this specimen is one of only around six examples known, presenting a bold and fairly well centered strike and with a golden-orange allure highlighting the devices.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Estimate: $5000 - $10000