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Another Unknown Greek

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This one is really tough because there really isn't much details remaining.

AE 18mm
3.7 grams

Off centered helmeted bust right with what appears to be a possible counter mark.

The reverse appears to be either a Boar or Bull running right with Greek letters above. I can make out most of the letters ?LSILE. This one may be a lost cause but I want to give it a shot. Any help would be greatly appreciated.



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No idea, but the general outline of the face reminds me of Iberian coins.
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Initially I would agree it does look "celtiberian." That doesn't narrow it down much but the reverse looks like a very worn Castulo AE unit. With an Apollo bust right obverse and and a man faced winged Sphinx on the other side facing right.

Although the coin is too small and I see a what looks like SID on the reverse. Maybe we can narrow it down from there. I am thinking that it is a smaller Iberian bronze coin from the pre Roman or Republic era. Maybe second cent. BC?
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Wow! that's more than I ever knew about this coin. At least now I have a clue where to look. Thank you both.
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how about this ski, does it match up with your reverse...or the crest on the helmet (if that's what I see?)?

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No Chris, the reverse is the whole animal.
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