LYDIA. Alayattes to Kroisos (ca. 620/10-550/39 B.C.). EL Hemihekte (1/12 Stater) (1.17 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. SNG Ashmolean-757. Obverse: Head of roaring lion right, sun with no rays on forehead; Reverse: Incuse square. Pleasingly toned and with a well centered strike, this fractional issue presents a great deal of eye appeal.