MYSIA. Kyzikos. EL Hekte (2.66 gms), ca. 550-450 B.C. NGC AU★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
Nomisma-VII, 50; Boston MFA-1418; SNG BN-189. Obverse: Forepart of hound left, with head turned right; to right, tunny upwards; Reverse: Quadripartite incuse square. Fully deserving of its star designation for superior eye appeal, this glistening specimen offers a well executed and well centered strike, along with a good deal of minty brilliance abounding throughout.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000