SYRIA. Phoenicia. Tyre. AR Shekel (14.28 gms), Year 10 (117/6 B.C.). NGC Ch EF*, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
BMC-26.235,67. Laureate head of Melqarth facing right; Reverse: Eagle standing left on prow of ship. An excellent example of this popular type. Light dusty amber toning amidst the hair and portrait details, nice centering with an attractive strike. NGC Ch EF*, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
From the Syracuse Collection, Part III.
Ex: Coin Galleries November 2002, Lot# 150.
Estimate: $600.00- $800.00