Lesbos, Uncertain mint 1/36 Stater 500-450 BC (No reserve price)

Lesbos, Uncertain mint. 500-450 BC. 1/36 Stater (Silver, 7.9 mm, 0.26 g). Obv: Confronted heads of two boars. Rev: Head of a boar to right within incuse square. Reference: Rosen 545. In the 5th century BC, Lesbos was a prosperous Greek island dominated by the cities of Mytilene and Methymna. After the Persian Wars it joined the Athenian-led Delian League. Mytilene revolted against Athens in 428 BC but was defeated the following year, losing much of its political autonomy. During the Peloponnesian War, control of the island shifted between Athenian, Spartan and Persian influence, reflecting its strategic position in the eastern Aegean. 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 original and authentic, sourced through established auction houses, galleries, and professional numismatic firms. II. Every order includes a consolidated certificate of authenticity and lawful provenance, documenting each item’s attribution and relevant catalogue references. 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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