Triton XV, Lot: 321. Estimate $400. Sold for $3000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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THESSALY, Larissa. Mid to late 4th century BC. AR Drachm (18.5mm, 6.05 g, 12h). Head of the nymph Larissa three-quarter facing l., wearing pendant earring and plain necklace; her hair held by an ampyx; border of dots / [Λ]ΑΡΙΣ above, ИΩΙΑ below, horse crouching l., preparing to roll; below, plant. See CNG e-sale 175 (24 October 2007) 27 (same dies). Good VF, lightly toned; reverse a little crowded but centred; a very rare variety.