LOT 2271
Ancient Greek Coins - Macedonia - Alexander III (the Great) - Countermarked AR Tetradrachm 193-192 BC
Perga, Pamphylia mint, dated year 29. Obv: head of Herakles right, wearing lionskin headdress, countermark of Seleukid anchor. Rev: ALEXANDROY legend with Zeus seated left, holding eagle and sceptre; K Theta in left field. Near very fine.(16.44 grams.).
ProvenanceEx UK private collection.
LiteraturePrice 2943, Müller 1245, Mektepini hoard 541, Propontis hoard 133-136.
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LOT 2271
Ancient Greek Coins - Macedonia - Alexander III (the Great) - Countermarked AR Tetradrachm
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
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Very fine.
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Opening Bid: £333
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Near extremely fine.
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Sold for (Inc. bp): £70
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About very fine for issue.
Ex UK private collection.
