IONIA. Phokaia. EL Hekte (2.59 gms), ca. 521-478 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
Bodenstedt-35; BMC-4. Obverse: Horned head of river god left; to right, small seal upward; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. An elegant example, this piece presents a rather well centered strike and charming rendition of the river god. Lustrous and glistening, and full of eye appeal.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500