MACEDON. Chalkidian League. AR Tetradrachm (14.45 gms), Olynthos Mint, ca. 420-379 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style. Die Shift.
HGC-3.1, 497; Robinson & Clement-81e (A52/P73; this coin, illustrated on pl. XXVIII); SNG ANS-487 (same dies). Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo left; Reverse: Kithara; tripod above, [KPA at bottom]. Exceptionally artistic and impressive, this specimen offers a charming cabinet tone and a well centered strike. The noted die shift is quite subtle, and is overshadowed by the boldness of the overall execution by the celator.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $3000 - $5000