Greek Coinages, Achaean League: Hemidrachm, struck at Patrai, c. 86

Obverse: head of Zeus right, wearing laurel wreath

Reverse: League monogram [χα], flanked by πα-α, λχ above and dolphin below

Metal: silver; reduced Aeginetan standard; 2.44g/5h

References: Benner 46; BCD 508.1 var. [control mark position]; BMC p.4, 40 var. [same]

Condition: Good very fine, toned £120-£150

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

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Bt Baldwin, November 1945