Illyrian, Dyrrhachium Silver Drachm (No reserve price)
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Silver drachm from Dyrrhachium in Illyria, circa 229–200 BC, struck under magistrates Meniskos and Aukiskos, weight 2.76 g, diameter 1.7 cm, obverse showing a cow suckling her calf with a female deity in the right field and the legends MENIΣKOΣ, reverse with a double stellate pattern and ΔΥΡ AY-KIΣ-KOY, authentic/original; provenance Ex London Art Market with acquisition in 2000 from a private collection.
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Description from the seller
A fine silver drachm from Dyrrhachium in Illyria, struck under magistrates Meniskos and Aukiskos. The obverse features a cow, standing right, suckling her calf with her head lowered towards the calf. A statute of a female deity features in the right field. The legend reads MENIΣKOΣ. The reverse displays a double stellate pattern and a legend which reads ΔYΡ AY-KIΣ-KOY. The coin was minted after 229 BC.
Diameter: (circa) 1.7cm
Weight: 2.76g
Provenance: Ex London Art Market, acquired 1980s-90s.
Seller's Story
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Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
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A fine silver drachm from Dyrrhachium in Illyria, struck under magistrates Meniskos and Aukiskos. The obverse features a cow, standing right, suckling her calf with her head lowered towards the calf. A statute of a female deity features in the right field. The legend reads MENIΣKOΣ. The reverse displays a double stellate pattern and a legend which reads ΔYΡ AY-KIΣ-KOY. The coin was minted after 229 BC.
Diameter: (circa) 1.7cm
Weight: 2.76g
Provenance: Ex London Art Market, acquired 1980s-90s.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Illyrian, Dyrrhachium
Century/timeframe
Circa 229-200 BC
Name of object
Drachm
Acquired from
Antique market
Year acquired
2000
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
