IONIA. Magnesia pros Maeandros. AR Tetradrachm (16.78 gms), ca. 150-140 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
SNG von Aulock-7922; SNG Cop-844. Stephanophoric type. Pausanias, son of Pausanias, "magistrate." Obverse: Diademed and draped bust of Artemis right, with bow and quiver over shoulder; Reverse: Apollo standing left, holding filleted branch and resting elbow upon tripod to right; maeander pattern below; all within laurel wreath. Very well centered and captivating, this alluring beauty presents great appeal through its steely gray surfaces and great brilliance remaining.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000