CNG 99, Lot: 279. Estimate $1500. Sold for $5000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

LYCIA, Phaselis. 4th century BC. AR Stater (21.5mm, 10.33 g, 10h). Prow of galley right, fighting platform decorated with facing gorgoneion; to right, cicada upward / Stern of galley left; ΦAΣ above; below, dolphin right. Heipp-Tamer Series 6, unlisted variety. Good VF, lightly toned, struck with worn reverse die.