PELOPONNESOS. Sikyonia. Sikyon. AR Stater (12.33 gms), ca. 431-400 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 3/5. Scratches.
HGC-5, 186; BCD Peloponnesos-I, 199.4 var. (A above tail feathers). Obverse: Chimaira standing right; ΣE below; Reverse: Dove flying right; Ǝ below tail feathers; all within wreath, with ties to left. Offering a boldly struck obverse and a well centered strike overall, this attractively toned specimen dazzles with a great pedigree as well.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Ex: Hermitage Museum Collection (Schlessinger 13 - 2/1935) Lot # 1003.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000