Demetrius Poliorcetes, 306 – 283.
Tetradrachm, Pella circa 294-293, AR 17.18 g. Nike, holding trumpet and stylis, standing l. on prow. Rev. ΔΕΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ / ΒΑ – ΣΙΛΕΩ – Σ Naked Poseidon striding to l., brandishing trident in upraised r. hand and stretching out l. arm which is wrapped in his mantle; in field l., monogram. In field r., dolphin / star. Dewing 1196. Newell 68 (this obverse die).
In exceptional condition for the issue. Of excellent style and perfectly struck on fresh
metal and with a lovely iridescent tone. Virtually as struck and Fdc
Ex Gorny & Mosch sale 240, 2016, 142. From the David Freedman collection
Graded MS Strike 4/5 Surface 5/5, Fine style, NCG certification number 6558857-016