CARIA. Islands off Caria. Rhodes. AV 1/4 Stater (2.05 gms), ca. 125-88 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Wavy Flan.
HGC-6, 1416; SNG-Keckman-672 var. (magistrate & control). Apollonios, magistrate. Obverse: Head of Helios right, wearing radiate stephanos; Reverse: Rose; ΑΠΟΛΛΩΝΙΟΣ above, uncertain control to right. A fairly RARE denomination and metal for Rhodes, this example has seen some use and exhibits scattered wear as well as the noted flan waviness, yet nevertheless stands as a great representation for the type.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Estimate: $3000 - $4500