Obverse: Naked satyr kneeling left, holding kantharos.

Reverse: ΘAΣ / IΩN either side of amphora; all within incuse square.

B.M.C: 3. 53-6. Sear: 1755. [Thasos, 411-350 BC].

Diameter: 13 mm. Weight: 0.9 g.

A beautiful little coin of the finest classical style, well centred with excellent details. The obverse depicts an elderly satyr, bearded and naked, with a bald head and a horse-like tail. Satyrs were the companions of Dionysus, god of wine, and spent their time drinking, dancing, and chasing nymphs. A superb example of this classic type, attractively toned.