PTOLEMAIC EGYPT. Ptolemy I Soter, 323-283 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (15.62 gms), Alexandria Mint, As Satrap, ca. 311-305/4 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Fine Style. Graffiti.
Svoronos-153; SNGCop-unlisted. Struck in the name of Alexander III (the Great) of Macedon. Diademed head of Alexander right, wearing elephant's skin headdress; Reverse: Athena Alkidemos advancing right, brandishing spear and shield, eagle in right field, monogram above bee in left field. Graffiti present on the reverse. Of fine style and a desirable example of this scarce and visually impressive type. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Fine Style. Graffiti.
Estimate: $400.00- $600.00