Kingdom of Lydia, unknown king from the Mermnades dynasty, probably Alyattes, 610 – 650. Hecte of Milesian standard, Sardis 600–550, EL 2.38 g. Head of lion r., jaws open, with radiate globule on forehead. Rev. Two incuse squares, side by side, containing rough irregular markings. Boston 1769. Weidauer 78 (this coin). Very rare. Good very fine Ex M&M Fixed Price List 263, 1966, 30.
Price realized | 2'750 CHF |
Starting price | 800 CHF |
Estimate | 1'000 CHF |