Baldwin's Auctions Ltd | Dmitry Markov Coins & Medals | M&M Numismatics Ltd > The New York Sale XI | Auction date: 11 January 2006 |
Lot number: 212 | |
Lot description: GREEK COINS UNDER ROMAN RULE PHOENICIA BERYTUS No.: 212 Estimate: $ 1000 d=31 mm Elagabalus, 218-222. Bronze. AE 19.61 g. IMP CAES M AVR AN-TONINVS AVG Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r., seen from rear. Rev. COL IVL - AVG FEL / BER Facade of the temple of Astarte with four columns and steps; on the roof, Poseidon and Beroia and two Nikae holding wreath; within the temple, Astarte facing, wearing mural crown, holding standard in her l. hand; she is crowned by Nike standing l. on column; on both sides, two winged Genii holding globe(?); on both sides of the steps, winged Genius riding dolphin and holding a trident. BMC 79, 175. SNG Cop. 114. Interesting type showing many details. Good style. Nice brown patina. Obv. Extremely fine. Rev. Good very fine | ![]() |