Thrace, Byzantion Hemidrachm 387-340 BC (No reserve price)

Thrace, Byzantion. 387-340 BC. Triobol (Silver, 13 mm, 2.06 g). Obv: Bull walking to left atop dolphin; ΠΥ above. Rev: Quadripartite incuse square in the form of stippled 'mill sail' device. Reference: SNG Stancomb 2, Schönert-Geiss 236-590; HGC 3.2, 1390. Byzantion, a strategically vital Greek colony on the Bosporus, issued coinage reflecting its maritime dominance and economic strength. The bull standing on a dolphin symbolizes reliance on trade and seafaring. The quadripartite incuse reverse is characteristic of early Greek coinage. This drachm dates to a period of Persian influence, conflict with Athens, and the rise of Macedonian power under Philip II. DISCOVER OUR CURRENT SELECTION Visit and follow our seller profile to explore all items offered by Logos Numismatics & Antiquities across current auctions and stay informed of new listings. IMPORTANT INFORMATION I. All items are authentic and lawfully acquired through established European auction houses; provenance is documented in our records. II. Every order includes one consolidated, signed certificate of authenticity and lawful provenance, recording each item's full attribution. III. Combined shipping is available only for items won in the same auction and settled as one Catawiki order. IV. For shipments outside the European Union, import licences, taxes, and related fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Customs delays are beyond our control.

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