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Zeugitana, Carthage. Circa 3rd-2nd centuries B.C.

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Zeugitana, Carthage. Circa 3rd-2nd centuries B.C.
Zeugitana, Carthage. Circa 3rd-2nd centuries B.C.<p> Billon tridrachm. Head left of Tanit wearing wreath of two corn ears and leaf/Horse standing right with foreleg raised, head reverted; dot in lower field. 8.71 g. SNG Cop 394. About EF for issue. The term "billon," or base silver, is used to characterize coins composed of less than half their weight of pure silver. It is a sad commentary on the earlier magnificent coins of Carthage that she sank so low as to create poorly executed, carelessly struck coins such as this, and in low grade metal.From the Collection of Dr. Joseph M. Seventko. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 per hour. Sometimes eBay Premier live bid software cannot keep up with that pace, so we strongly recommend that you place a realistic proxy bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Also please note that all Heritage/CAA lots purchased through eBay Premier carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions.