Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
August 2021 ANA Auction 16-21 Aug 2021
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AEOLIS. Temnos. AR Tetradrachm (16.37 gms), ca. 188-170 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
Pr-1676. In the name and types of Alexander III (the Great) of Macedon. Obverse: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin; Reverse: Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, monogram and E above oinochoe within vine tendril. Very well centered on the broad-style flan that is typical for the region, this charming specimen features alluring gunmetal gray toning and even fields with some hints of brilliance remaining in the more protected areas.
Estimate: $700 - $1000
Pr-1676. In the name and types of Alexander III (the Great) of Macedon. Obverse: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin; Reverse: Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, monogram and E above oinochoe within vine tendril. Very well centered on the broad-style flan that is typical for the region, this charming specimen features alluring gunmetal gray toning and even fields with some hints of brilliance remaining in the more protected areas.
Estimate: $700 - $1000