THRACE. Islands off Thrace. Thasos. AR Drachm (3.66 gms), ca. 404-355 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5.
HGC-6, 345; West-25a (this coin). Obverse: Bearded head of Dionysos left, wearing ivy wreath; Reverse: Herakles in kneeling stance right, drawing bow; to lower right, head of lion right; all within incuse square. A fairly SCARCE and appealing type, this example offers a deep cabinet tone and a great artistic rendition upon the reverse.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Ex: Naville VI (1/1924) Lot # 859.
Estimate: $400 - $600