Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > January 2024 NYINC Auction | Auction date: 12 January 2024 |
Lot number: 50071 Price realized: 4,800 USD (Approx. 4,377 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: BAKTRIA. Kingdom of Baktria. Diodotos I (255-235 B.C.). AV Stater (8.67 gms), Mint A (near Aï Khanoum). NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. cf. HGC-9, 233; cf. SC-629.1 (Antiochos II of Syria). In the name of Antiochos II of Syria. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Zeus advancing left, brandishing thunderbolt and with aegis draped over outstretched arm; to inner left, N above eagle standing left. Quite RARE without the typical test cut, this example presents a high degree of shimming brilliance and allure. Estimate: $5000 - $7000 |