LESBOS. Mytilene. EL Hekte (2.56 gms), ca. 521-478 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5.
Bodenstedt-13; HGC-6, 938. Obverse: Head of roaring lion right; Reverse: Incuse head of calf right; rectangular punch to left. Well centered and vibrant, this example features a rather enchanting lion roaring on the obverse.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Roma E-Sale 35 (5/2017) Lot # 246.
Ex: Goldberg 100 (9/2017) lot # 2025.
Estimate: $400 - $600