CILICIA. Tarsos. Tarkumuwa (Datames). Satrap of Cilicia and Cappadocia, 384-361/0 BC. AR Stater (10.36 gms), ca. 370 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 2/5.
SNG BN-298. Obverse: Baal seated right, head and torso facing, holding grain ear and grape bunch in right hand and cradling scepter with left arm; all within crenellated wall; Reverse: Ana, nude, standing right, extending right hand and point at Tarkumuwa, standing left. A charming specimen, delivering full details and limited evidence of circulation, with just a touch of flan roughness noted for completeness.
Estimate: $400 - $600