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LOT 2908
Cyprus. Soloi. Pasikrates (Stasikrates) AR Tetradrachm. Circa 330s-310s BC.
In the name and types of Alexander III of Macedon. Struck circa 325/3-319/8 BC. Head of Herakles to right, wearing lion skin headdress, paws tied beneath chin / ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ, Zeus seated to left on backless throne, right leg drawn back, his feet resting on a low foot rest, holding long sceptre in his left hand and, in his right, eagle standing to right with closed wings; prow in left field. Zapiti & Michaelidou 24; Price 3094 (Amathos). Near Very Fine.(16.55gr, 28mm, 6h.).
Provenance
Private collection of a North London lady before 2000.
Property of a London gentleman.
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LOT 2908
Cyprus. Soloi. Pasikrates (Stasikrates) AR Tetradrachm.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
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