THRACE. Ainos. c. 357-342/1 BC

AR Drachm, 3.49g (17mm, 12h). Head of Hermes facing slightly to right, wearing petasos / AINION Archaic cult image of Hermes standing to left on throne, the left arm of which is supported by a tiny sphinx; to left, grain ear.Pedigree: From the Kleinkunst Collection, Leu 6, 23 October 2020, 99, from the 'Exceptional Private Collection', Leu 76, 27 October 1999, 77 and ex Kastner 4, 27 November 1973, 24.References: De Luynes 1763 = May, Ainos, 443 (A270/P322). Cf. Kraay-Hirmer 425Grade: Lovely toning and high relief. Pitted and slightly rough surfaces. Nonetheless a beautiful issue. Good VF (gk1641)Scroll down for more information about this coin.