IONIA. Uncertain. EL Trite (1/3 Stater) (4.64 gms), ca. 650-600 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5.
SNG von Aulock-7761; Boston MFA-1749. Lydo-Milesian standard. Obverse: Globular surface with cluster of pellets; Reverse: Two square incuse punches. One of the earliest examples of coinage, this sparsely designed example makes up for the lack of motif with a nice strike and surfaces free from issue. A pleasing example that is rather SCARCE when presented this nicely.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000