HIMERA. 510-500 B.C. Drachm. Cock striding r. Rv. Hen r. within beaded incuse square. 4.09 grams. SNG ANS 151, BMC 14. About Very Fine. (Est. $400-$500)
It is likely the rooster and hen shown here are healing symbols, alluding to Himera's famed thermal springs.
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