| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 198 | Silver | Auction date: 25 February 2024 |
| Lot number: 24 Price realized: Unsold | |
| Lot description: Kings of Macedon. Uncertain mint in Western Asia Minor. Demetrios I Poliorketes 306-283 BC. Bronze Æ 15 mm, 2,51 g Helmeted head of Athena right / BA, prow right, labrys to right, monogram of AP below. Very Fine SNG München 1056; SNG Alpha Bank 956. Demetrios I of Macedon, commonly known as Demetrios Poliorcetes (meaning "Demetrius the Besieger" in Greek), was a prominent figure in the Hellenistic period. He was born around 337 BC and died in 283 BC. Demetrios was the son of Antigonus I Monophthalmus, one of the Diadochi (successors) of Alexander the Great, and he played a significant role in the wars of the Diadochi that followed Alexander's death. Demetrios is best known for his military campaigns and sieges, which earned him the nickname "Poliorcetes" due to his expertise in besieging cities. He was a skilled and innovative military commander, and he used various advanced siege techniques and machinery during his campaigns. One of his notable achievements was the capture of Athens in 307 BC, during which he used a massive siege tower known as the "Helepolis." However, his rule was marked by constant warfare, as he sought to expand his influence and power across the Hellenistic world. He even declared himself king of Macedon and Greece. Demetrios Poliorcetes' career was characterized by both successes and setbacks. He often found himself in conflict with other Diadochi, including the likes of Ptolemy I and Seleucus I. His efforts to establish a lasting empire were ultimately unsuccessful, and he died in in 283 BC. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 209 | Silver | Auction date: 28 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 49 Price realized: 80 EUR (Approx. 86 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Kings of Macedon. Uncertain mint in Asia Minor. Alexander III "the Great" 336-323 BC. Bronze Æ 19 mm, 5,86 g Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin headdress / BAΣIΛEΩΣ, Bow in bow-case and club; below, torch; c/m. Very Fine Price 2800. Herakles, renowned in Roman mythology as Hercules, stands as an iconic figure embodying unparalleled strength, valor, and resourcefulness in ancient Greek lore. Born to Alcmena and Zeus in Thebes, his narrative pivots around the infamous Twelve Labors, a penance imposed by the gods for a fit of madness that led him to slay his family. These labors, ranging from defeating the Nemean Lion to cleansing the Augean stables, showcased Herakles' exceptional abilities. Despite facing tragic elements, such as the madness-induced tragedy and subsequent suffering, divine favor accompanied him. Revered for his physical prowess and strategic brilliance, Herakles emerged as the archetype of classical heroism. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 209 | Silver | Auction date: 28 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 37 Price realized: 50 EUR (Approx. 54 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Sicily. Syracuse. Agathokles 317-289 BC. Bronze Æ 17 mm, 2,10 g Helmeted head of Athena left / ΣYPAKOΣIΩN, winged thunderbolt. Very Fine CNS II, 118; SNG ANS 752. Agathocles, born in 361 BC in Thermae Himeraeae (modern Termini Imerese), Sicily, was a Greek tyrant of Syracuse from 317 to 289 BC and the self-styled king of Sicily from 304 to 289 BC. Initially, he learned his father's trade as a potter but later joined the army with his brother Antander. He faced exile twice for attempting to overthrow the oligarchical party in Syracuse. In 317 BC, Agathocles returned with mercenaries, overthrew the oligarchs, and established himself as the ruler of Syracuse. He built a formidable army and fleet, extending his rule over much of Sicily. War with Carthage ensued, marked by defeats and victories. Agathocles landed in Africa, defeated Carthaginians, and attempted to isolate Carthage by forming alliances and capturing coastal towns. In 306 BC, after making peace with Carthage, Agathocles proclaimed himself king of Sicily. Despite turbulence in his later years, plagued by ill-health and family disputes, he maintained control over the Greek cities in Sicily. His death in 289 BC marked the end of his reign. Agathocles married three times, had several children, and left a complex legacy as a skilled military leader and ruler, known for both cruelty and mild governance. He even restored the Syracusan democracy on his deathbed, opposing a hereditary monarchy. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 203 | Silver | Auction date: 24 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 86 Price realized: 320 EUR (Approx. 348 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Attica. Athens circa 350-294 BC. Tetradrachm AR 23 mm, 17,15 g Helmeted head of Athena right / AΘΕ, owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. Good Very Fine Kroll -; HGC 4, 1599; SNG Copenhagen 63. Athena, in Greek mythology, is one of the twelve Olympian deities and the daughter of Zeus, the king of the gods. She is often referred to as the goddess of wisdom, courage, warfare, strategy, and crafts. Athena is typically depicted wearing armor and a helmet, and she is often shown carrying a shield and a spear. She is known for her strategic and intellectual abilities, and she represents the more rational and disciplined aspects of human nature. Athena was considered the protector of heroes and played a significant role in the epic tales of ancient Greece. Athena is often associated with the city of Athens, which was named in her honor. The city considered her its patron goddess and built the Parthenon, a magnificent temple, as a tribute to her. The Parthenon became one of the most iconic examples of ancient Greek architecture. Athena's birth is also noteworthy in Greek mythology. According to one myth, she sprang fully grown and armored from the head of her father, Zeus, after he swallowed her mother, Metis, in fear of a prophecy that their child would be more powerful than him. In addition to her role in warfare and wisdom, Athena was also considered the goddess of crafts and the arts, especially weaving. She was often associated with the concept of a civilized society and the pursuit of knowledge. Athena was a revered figure in the pantheon of Greek gods and goddesses, and her influence extended beyond Greece, as she became the inspiration for various aspects of Western culture and philosophy. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 209 | Silver | Auction date: 28 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 58 Price realized: 170 EUR (Approx. 182 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: The Thracian Chersonese. Lysimacheia circa 309-281 BC. Bronze Æ 24 mm, 12,83 g Diademed head of Lysimachos right / ΛYΣI-MAXEΩN, lion leaping right; monogram below. Good Very Fine SNG Copenhagen 899. Lysimacheia, also known as Lysimachia, was an ancient city located in the region of Thrace, situated near the Hellespont (modern-day Dardanelles) in present-day Turkey. The city was founded by Lysimachus, one of the Diadochi, the successors of Alexander the Great, in the early 3rd century BCE. Lysimacheia played a significant role in the Hellenistic period as a strategically important city due to its location at the entrance of the Hellespont, a vital waterway connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea. Its position made it a key center for maritime trade and military control of the region. Under the rule of Lysimachus, the city flourished and became a prominent urban center with fortified walls, public buildings, and a bustling harbor. Lysimacheia also served as a military stronghold, playing a crucial role in the power struggles among the Successor Kingdoms that followed the death of Alexander the Great. After the death of Lysimachus in 281 BCE, Lysimacheia came under the control of various Hellenistic rulers, including the Seleucids and the Kingdom of Pergamon. The city continued to be an important hub for trade and commerce, benefiting from its strategic location along major maritime routes. Lysimacheia's importance declined in the Roman period as the focus of regional power shifted to other cities such as Byzantium (later Constantinople) and Nicomedia. However, it remained inhabited into the Byzantine era and beyond, albeit on a smaller scale. Today, the ancient city of Lysimacheia lies in ruins, with archaeological remains scattered across the modern landscape. While much of its history has been overshadowed by other ancient cities in the region, Lysimacheia played a significant role in the Hellenistic world as a strategic center of trade, military power, and cultural exchange. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd > Auction 134 | Auction date: 21 November 2023 |
| Lot number: 3527 Price realized: 550 AUD (Approx. 361 USD / 330 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Macedon, Demetrios I Poliorketes, (306-283 B.C.), silver drachm, 17mm, (4.05 g), Ephesos mint, struck c.301-295 B.C., obv. diademed head to right of Demetrios, with bull's horn, rev. below BASI and DEMHTRIOU, Poseidon advancing left, brandishing trident; complex monogram to left, ivy leaf to inner right, (S.6766 [�550], Newell 57; SNG Alpha Bank -; Pozzi 967; Boston MFA Supp. 51 [same obverse die]). Fine, light scuff on obverse. Ex CNG eSale 115, May 25, 2005, (lot 19). This type is a very rare portrait drachm depicting Demetrios. Estimate: 750 AUD |  |
