LESBOS. Mytilene. EL Hekte (2.53 gms), ca. 412-378 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Scuff.
Bodenstedt-77; HGC-6, 1003. Obverse: Head of Io right, wearing tainia; Reverse: Wreathed head of Dionysos right in linear square within incuse square. Well centered handsomely struck, this charming piece also presents a rather elegant, subtle tone.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Goldberg 59 (5/2010) Lot # 2141.
Estimate: $600 - $900