LYDIA. Kroisos, ca. 564/53-550/39 B.C. AR Stater or Double Siglos (10.72 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
Berk-20; SNG Kayhan-1018; Sunrise-10. Obverse: Confronted foreparts of lion and bull; Reverse: Two incuse square punches. A handsome example, this piece is amazingly struck with an unusually large amount of detail on the obverse. No major flaws are present, and only faint touches of wear are present on this entrancing beauty of excellent overall metal quality.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000