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KINGDOM OF LYDIA: Croesus (561-546 B.C.). Gold...

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KINGDOM OF LYDIA: Croesus (561-546 B.C.). Gold statere, heavy series. Sardis. 10,75 g. Facing protomata of lion on the right and bull on the left, both animals extending a paw in front. R/ Two hollow squares juxtaposed. B.M.C. 30 pl. I-14. Lockett 2450. One of the most symbolic coins of antiquity. Rare in this state of preservation. Superb.