LYDIA. Time of Alayattes to Kroisos (ca. 620/10-550/39 B.C.). EL

LYDIA. Time of Alayattes to Kroisos (ca. 620/10-550/39 B.C.). EL Trite (1/3 Stater) (4.70 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Countermarks.
Traite-I, 44; SNG Kayhan-1013; Boston MFA-1765-6. Obverse: Head of roaring lion right, "sun" with multiple rays on forehead; Reverse: Two incuse squares. A popular type, this example features some noted countermarks on and near the edges--a typical aspect for the series. Otherwise, great overall detail remains.

From the George Henry Carman Collection.

Estimate: $1500 - $3000