Watch List notes:

Phrygia, Hierapolis, Pseudo-autonomous. AE 35; Phrygia, Hierapolis, Pseudo-autonomous; 2nd cent. AD, AE 35, 26.34g. RPC IV.2-4022. Obv: Draped bust of Synkletos r., IEPA CYN - K?HTOC ("Holy Senate") around. Rx: Herakles standing l., sacrificing over altar, holding lionskin and club set on ground; ??????????O? around. The city of Hierapolis, which means sacred city, was built on natural hot springs and was a popular destination for retirement, where one could live their days. Ex CNG 97, 17 September 2014, lot 476.This is an exceptional medallion, apparently only the second recorded specimen, and struck on a broad flan with dark olive patina. Highly desirable artistic quality. VF

Estimate: $3450