Greek Coins
Cilicia, Tarsus. Pharnabazus, 380-375. Stater circa 380-375 BC, AR 10.92 g.
Description
bltrz in Aramaic characters Baaltars seated l., holding lotus-tipped sceptre in r. hand; below throne, astragalus. Rev. frnbz – hlk in Aramaic characters Bearded bust of warrior l. wearing crested helmet decorated with palmette on bowl.
References
Moysey ANSMN 31, 1986, Serie 2, 46b, pl. 3, 30
De Luynes 2833
SNG France 256
SNG Levante 73 var. (without monogram on obverse)
SNG von Aulock 5927 var. (without astragalus)
Condition
Wonderful old cabinet tone and extremely fine
Provenance
Hess-Divo sale 327, 2014, 60