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January 2022 NYINC Auction  14-16 Jan 2022
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Lot 3073

Starting price: 6000 USD
Price realized: 12 000 USD
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LYDIA. Kroisos, ca. 564/53-550/39 B.C. AV 1/3 Stater (2.67 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Countermark.
Berk-6; SNG von Aulock-8212; Boston MFA-2074. Light standard. Obverse: Confronted foreparts of lion and bull; Reverse: Two incuse square punches of unequal size. A very flashy and choice fractional gold denomination, this Lydian issue has strong luster remaining and is well centered for the type. VERY RARE this alluring and enticing.

Estimate: $10000 - $15000
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