PTOLEMAIC EGYPT. Ptolemy VI Philometor, 180-145 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (14.12 gms), ca. 180-170 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style.
SNG Cop-266; Svoronos-1489. Diademed head of Ptolemy I wearing aegis, facing right; Reverse: Eagle standing left on thunderbolt. Lovely toning surrounding the inscriptions and devices, especially on the reverse. An exceptional strike with a bold high relief portrait and fine style dies. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style.
From the Dr. Michael Phillip Collection.
Ex: Stack's Sale December 7, 8 1989 Lot# 3210.
Estimate: $500.00- $700.00