ATTICA. Athens. Circa 135 BC. Hemidrachm (Silver, 14 mm, 1.70 g, 6 h), struck under the magistrates Miki... and Theophra... Head of Athena to right, wearing single-pendant earring and triple crested Attic helmet decorated with Pegasos and floral pattern. Rev. Α−ΘΕ / ΜΕ/KI - ΘΕΟ/ΦΡΑ Owl standing right on branch, head facing; all within wreath. Thompson 328. Rare. Struck from worn dies, and porous, otherwise, good fine.
From the collection of an enthusiast.
New style Athenian Hemidrachms are exceptionally rare and seldom offered in auctions.