IONIA. Magnesia pros Maiandros. AV Stater (8.42 gms), ca. 125-120 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
CNG E-445, lot 154; CNG 111, lot 243; CNG 106, lot 376; Heritage 3056, lot 30066 (all from same dies). Euphemos, son of Pausanias, "magistrate." Obverse: Draped bust of Artemis right, wearing stephanos; bow and quiver over shoulder; Reverse: Nike, holding kentron and reins, driving biga right. A VERY RARE and interesting type, this barely handled example emanates from a previously unknown series, seemingly all of which feature a degree of die rust. Nevertheless, quite glistening and vibrant.
Estimate: $3000 - $5000