SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Seleukos I Nikator, 312-281 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.60 gms), Seleukeia on the Tigris I Mint, ca. 300-281 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Brushed.
HGC-9, 12i; SC-117.2b. Obverse: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin; Reverse: Zeus seated left on throne, holding scepter and eagle; monogram within wreath in left field; below throne, K below strut. Well centered and fairly bold, though some minor roughness from the noted brushing is observed.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Estimate: $150 - $300