CARIA. Knidos. AR Drachm (6.07 gms), ca. 465-449 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style.
SNG Cop-231-4; SNG Keckman-132. Obverse: Head of roaring lion right; Reverse: Diademed head of Aphrodite right; all within incuse square. This handsome piece offers deeply toned surfaces and strong remaining details. An excellent representative of the type and well deserving of the "fine style" designation.
Estimate: $300 - $500