Ancient Coins

Eastern Coinage

Lot 3203
Phoenicia, Sidon. 400-384 BC. AR Half-Shekel (6.70g). War galley left, turreted fortress behind, two lions in exergue. Reverse: King of Persia standing right, wearing kidaris and kandys, about to slay lion, which stands before him, all within incuse square. BMC, page 141, 9. Rare. Choice Very Fine.
Estimated Value $600-800.