Skythia, Olbia. Cast Æ (69 mm, 116.23 g), ca. 450-440 BC. Paus(anias), magistrate. Head of Athena left, wearing crested Attic helmet; to left, dolphin upward. Reverse: Wheel with four spokes; magistrate's name Π-A-Y-Σ around. Anokhin 166; Frolova & Abramzon 134-9; SNG BM 377-8; SNG Pushkin 35. A large cast piece with dark green patina and good detail, a natural hole on the helmet caused by insufficient metal when cast. Exceptional for the issue. Very Fine. Estimate Value $4,000 - UP
Price realized | -- |
Starting price | 3'200 USD |
Estimate | 4'000 USD |