Cilicia, Tarsos. Silver Stater (10.62 g), ca. 420-410 BC. Horseman (Syennesis?) riding left, wearing kyrbasia, holding lotus flower, bow in bowcase on saddle; key symbol below horse.
Reverse: TRZ (Aramaic), Archer in kneeling-running stance right, quiver over shoulder, drawing bow; key symbol behind; all within dotted border within incuse square. Cf. Casabonne Type D2, pl. 2, 10 = MIMAA pl. V, 6 = Traité II 523; SNG BN -; SNG Levante -. Lightly toned with nice detail. Rare.
Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $1,000 - UP
Ex CNGf 117 (30 May 2021), 252.
Ancient Coins
