Extremely rare, by far the finest of just two known examples
Lot 78
CYCLADES, Paros. Early 2nd century BC. Drachm (Silver, 17 mm, 3.87 g, 12 h), Kte..., magistrate. Head of a female (Demeter?) to right, wearing wreath of grain ears and necklace of pearls. Rev. ΠAPI / KTH within ivy wreath with berries above and tying below. Tully p. 87, D3.B, 7a (this coin, O6/R6). Extremely rare, by far the finest of just two known examples. A beautiful piece struck on excellent silver and with wonderful old collection toning. Minor edge splits, otherwise, about extremely fine.

Ex Tradart I, 12 December 1991, 127, Spink 50, 6 March 1987, 50 and Glendining & Seaby, 11 December 1974, 60.
Estimate:
2500 CHF
Starting price:
2000 CHF
Hammer price:
3800 CHF
Bid increment:
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