GREEK. PHOENICIA, Byblos (Gebal). 'Ozba'al. Circa 400-365 BC. Silver Shekel (13.06g). Three hoplites bearing shields upon a galley left above waves, the prow terminating in a lion's head; below, hippocamp left above murex shell, Phoenician zayin above the dorsal fin / Lion attacking bull left. E&E-B Series IV.2.1.c; HGC 10, 133 corr. Apparently an unpublished die combination. This shekel is a striking expression of Byblos' seafaring strength and civic pride, uniting an impressive martial galley scene with marine emblems deeply tied to the city's identity, while the forceful lion attacking bull reverse gives the issue a powerful and distinctly Phoenician presence. Lightly toned and a little off-centre on the obverse. VF. (P)

Estimate: AUD 2500