Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
May 2023 World CCO Auction 16-19 May 2023
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SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos VI Dionysos, 144-141 B.C. AR Drachm, Antioch on the Orontes Mint, SE 169 (144/3 B.C.). ANACS AU-50.
HGC-9, 1036A; SC-2002.1D. Obverse: Radiate and diademed head right; Reverse: Apollo, testing arrow and resting hand on bow, seated left on omphalos; monogram between Apollo's feet; ΘΞΡ (date) and ΣTA in exergue. With a fine portrait of the Seleukid king along with clear date and legends, this piece is pleasingly detailed. Its light toning and hints of mint brilliance ensure the coin is a satisfyingly attractive example to boot.
Estimate: $150 - $250
HGC-9, 1036A; SC-2002.1D. Obverse: Radiate and diademed head right; Reverse: Apollo, testing arrow and resting hand on bow, seated left on omphalos; monogram between Apollo's feet; ΘΞΡ (date) and ΣTA in exergue. With a fine portrait of the Seleukid king along with clear date and legends, this piece is pleasingly detailed. Its light toning and hints of mint brilliance ensure the coin is a satisfyingly attractive example to boot.
Estimate: $150 - $250