MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Philip II, 359-336 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (14.45 gms), Amphipolis Mint, ca. 348-342 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5. Fine Style. Die Shift.
Le Rider-252 (D118/R214); SNG ANS-506 (same dies). Obverse: Laureate head of Zeus right; Reverse: Youth, holding reins and palm frond, riding horse right; grape bunch below belly. Despite the noted die shift, this attractively toned and finely stylized issue presents an elegant strike with a burnished champagne nature accentuating the devices.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $700 - $1000