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Lot # 171
Lydia. Sardes. Circa 135-128 BC. Cistophoric Tetradrachm (Silver, 25.43 mm, 12.53 g). Cista mystica with serpent; all within ivy wreath. Rev. Bowcase with serpents; monogram above; ΣΑΡ to left; female figure (?) to right. Cfr. Kleiner 22a, pl. 31.10. Lightly toned. Very Fine. Rare variety.