Lot 6: SICILY. Circa 360-340 BC. Æ 22mm.

AUCTION: Sale 221

Description

SICILY. "Kainon" . Circa 360-340 BC. Æ 22mm (9.18 g). Griffin running left; grasshopper below / Horse prancing left, reins loose; star above. Calciati I pg. 252, 10; SNG ANS 1175. Fine, brown patina, some light cleaning scratches.

Not identifiable with a known city in Sicily, the Kainon issues have traditionally been attributed to Alaisa. They may also have been struck by mercenaries in the employ of Dione of Leontini.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 6
Listing #: 210206
Closed: Thursday, February 5, 2009 4:10:00 PM CT
Estimate: $75

Starting Bid: $45
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Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 6
Listing #: 210206
Closed: Thursday, February 5, 2009 4:10:00 PM CT
Estimate: $75