Israel, second half of the 570s. Chrysos (Gold, 18 mm, 1.48 g, 4 h). ✠BACIΛΙ AξⲰΜΙ Draped half-length bust of Israel to right, wearing tiara and circular earring; to left and right, ears of barley; all within circular border. Rev. ✠IC✠ΡΑ✠H✠Λ Draped half-length bust of Israel to right, wearing tight-fitting head cloth and circular earring; to left and right, ears of barley; all within circular border. Hahn, Aksumite, 46. Hahn & Keck, MAKS, 77.18 = Anzani II, 233 = Phaidra 1190516 (this coin). Munro-Hay, AC, type 143. Rare and with an excellent pedigree. Struck from slightly worn dies and with two flan cracks, otherwise, good very fine.


For the history behind the Adulis Hoard, see lot 334 above.