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January 2023 NYINC Auction 13-16 Jan 2023
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MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Time of Philip II to Alexander III (the Great), 340/36-328 B.C. AV Stater (8.52 gms), Pella Mint. ANACS EF 40. Ex Jewelry.
Le Rider-354-83; SNG ANS-157-9. In the name and types of Philip II. Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right; Reverse: Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving biga right; below, Nike flying right, holding wreath. A type that is not often encountered, this specimen does exhibit some marks in the fields and on the edge consistent with time spent as a jewelry piece. Nevertheless, solid overall detail remains, with a bright golden-olive hue.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500
Le Rider-354-83; SNG ANS-157-9. In the name and types of Philip II. Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right; Reverse: Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving biga right; below, Nike flying right, holding wreath. A type that is not often encountered, this specimen does exhibit some marks in the fields and on the edge consistent with time spent as a jewelry piece. Nevertheless, solid overall detail remains, with a bright golden-olive hue.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500