IONIA. Phokaia. EL Hekte (2.56 gms), ca. 478-387 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.
Bodenstedt-69. Obverse: Bearded head of Hephaistos left, wearing cap; to right, small seal downward; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. A VERY RARE type, this specimen features a fairly well centered strike and some darker toning to accentuate the devices.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Dionysus Collection (New York Sale XLII - 1/2018) Lot # 198.
Ex: Classical Numismatic Group E-Auction 384 (10/2016) Lot # 246.
Estimate: $600 - $900