Greek Coinages, Sidon: Dishekel, Struck at the time of Eshmunazar, c. 435-20

Obverse: war-galley sailing left over stylised waves; sail partially furled

Reverse: biga stepping slowly left, Aechaemenid king and companion in car

Metal: silver; Phoenician weight standard; 27.71g/12h

References: Elayi/Elayi 25 [D2/R6]; Betlyon 3; BMC p.139, 1

Condition: Fine £1,000-£1,500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Phillips Family Collection of Ancient Greek Coins.

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Bt Baldwin, December 1945