Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2022 NYINC Auction 14-16 Jan 2022
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SYRIA. Phoenicia. Tyre. AR Shekel (14.26 gms), dated CY 96 (31/0 B.C.). NGC Ch AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Light Scratches.
HGC-10, 357. Obverse: Laureate bust of Melkart right, with drapery tied around neck; Reverse: Eagle standing left on prow; palm frond behind; to left, Чς (date) above downward club; Phoenician letter between legs; BN to right. A superb example of a popular type, this Shekel of Tyre is radiant with luster and has a light cabinet tone that adheres to the surfaces. Great details abound, making this example a sure favorite of the date collectors of this type.
Estimate: $700 - $1000
HGC-10, 357. Obverse: Laureate bust of Melkart right, with drapery tied around neck; Reverse: Eagle standing left on prow; palm frond behind; to left, Чς (date) above downward club; Phoenician letter between legs; BN to right. A superb example of a popular type, this Shekel of Tyre is radiant with luster and has a light cabinet tone that adheres to the surfaces. Great details abound, making this example a sure favorite of the date collectors of this type.
Estimate: $700 - $1000