Sicily, Kamarina. c. 410-405 BC

Sicily, Kamarina. c. 410-405 BC

$5,500.00

AR Litra, 0.83g (13mm, 12h).

ΚΑΜΑΡΙΝΑ (retrograde and outwards) Head of Kamarina to l., wearing sphendone with star, ampyx, spiral earring, and necklace / Swan swimming to l. above waves, with a fish swimming to left below. 

Pedigree: From the "Collection sans Pareille" of Greek Fractions, and the collections of L. Mildenberg, W. Niggeler (not in the sale), R. Jameson & G. Philipsen, J. Hirsch XV, 28 May 1906, 952 (bought for Jameson by Rollin & Feuardent for RM 240).

References: Buceti 27. Jameson 529 (this coin), Westermark & Jenkins 171.3

Grade: Some minor marks on obverse cheek with slight wear throughout. Slightly double-struck on obverse. Fine classical style with attractive toning. VF/EF. (gk1813)

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This remarkable fraction from Kamarina shows the artistry typically reserved for larger denominations. It was previously in the collections of Jameson, Niggeler and Mildenberg.