Choose Category:

Home > Auctions > 21st February 2023 > Ancient Greek Coins - Macedonia - Alexander III (the Great) - Countermarked AR Tetradrachm

Print page | Email lot to a friend

Back to previous page


LOT 2280

Estimate
GBP (£) 150 - 200
EUR (€) 180 - 240
USD ($) 190 - 260


Ancient Greek Coins - Macedonia - Alexander III (the Great) - Countermarked AR Tetradrachm 186-185 B.C.

Phaselis, Lycia mint, dated year 33. Obv: head of Herakles right, wearing lionskin headdress, countermark of Seleukid anchor. Rev: ALEXANDROY legend with Zeus seated left, right leg drawn back, holding eagle and sceptre; F over L Gamma in left field. 15.93 grams.

Near very fine.

PROVENANCE:
Ex UK private collection.

LITERATURE:
Price 2875; Heipp 200-201.

VETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process

AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.