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IONIA, Phokaia. Circa 478-387 BC. EL Hekte – Sixth Stater (10mm, 2.50 g). Head of King Midas left; [to right, small seal downward] / Quadripartite incuse square. Bodenstedt Em. 66. Lightly toned. VF. Very rare.
From the Dr. Mark Staal Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 384 (12 October 2016), lot 244 (hammer $4500).
This issue of Phokaia is the only Greek (non-Imperial) coin to bear the portrait of the famous King Midas of Phrygia.
The final winners of all CNG Feature Auction 132 lots will be determined at the live online sale that will be held on 18-19 May 2026.
CNG Feature Auction 132 – Session Two – Lot 319-587 will be held Monday afternoon, 18 May 2026 beginning at 2:00 PM ET.
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