An unpublished Philistian drachm
Lot 169
PHILISTIA (PALESTINE). Uncertain mint. Mid 5th century-333 BC. Drachm (Silver, 17 mm, 4.73 g, 7 h). Uncertain figure with long hair seated to left on rock, extending both hands to uncertain object (or horned animal?) before him. Rev. AΘ[E] Owl standing right, head facing; all within incuse square. Gitler & Tal -. HGC 10, -. Sofaer -. Apparently unpublished and unique. A nicely toned and highly interesting piece with a very unusual obverse. The reverse struck somewhat off center, otherwise, nearly very fine.
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1000 CHF
Starting price:
800 CHF
Hammer price:
1900 CHF
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