Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2023 NYINC Auction 13-16 Jan 2023
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CILICIA. Tarsos. Pharnabazos, Satrap of Cilicia, 380-374/3 B.C. AR Stater (10.68 gms). NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
SNG von Aulock-5927; SNG BN-251. Obverse: Baal of Tarsos seated left, holding lotus tipped sceptre in right hand; Reverse: 'FRNBZW' in Aramaic left, 'HLK' in Aramaic right, bearded and helmeted male head (Ares?) left. A choice example of this elegant type. Both sides display boldly detailed devices in fine style and sharp Aramaic legends. The surfaces are moderately toned and retain original luster in the fields.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $700 - $1000
SNG von Aulock-5927; SNG BN-251. Obverse: Baal of Tarsos seated left, holding lotus tipped sceptre in right hand; Reverse: 'FRNBZW' in Aramaic left, 'HLK' in Aramaic right, bearded and helmeted male head (Ares?) left. A choice example of this elegant type. Both sides display boldly detailed devices in fine style and sharp Aramaic legends. The surfaces are moderately toned and retain original luster in the fields.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $700 - $1000