Classical Numismatic Group > Triton XXVII | Auction date: 9 January 2024 |
Lot number: 393 Price realized: 5,000 USD (Approx. 4,580 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Diodotos I Soter. Circa 255-235 BC. AV Stater (20mm, 8.34 g, 6h). In the name of Antiochos II of Syria. Mint A (near Aï Khanoum). Diademed head right / BAΣIΛEΩΣ down right, ANTIOXOY down left, Zeus Bremetes, seen from behind, advancing left, aegis draped over outstretched left arm, and brandishing thunderbolt in right hand; in inner left field, wreath above eagle standing left. Kritt, New A8, Style 2; Holt Series A, Group 8; Bopearachchi 1A; SNG ANS 75; MIG Type 66a; SC 630; HGC 9, 234 (Antiochos II). Lightly toned, traces of underlying luster. Choice EF. With typical test cut in head. Estimate: 2000 USD |