★ Superb Ptolemaic Tetradrachm ★

Africa. Egypt, Ptolemaic Kingdom. Ptolemy VI Philometor. Second sole reign (163-145 BC). AR Tetradrachm. Alexandreia mint. Obv. Diademed head of Ptolemy I right, wearing aegis around neck. Rev. BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY. Eagle standing left on thunderbolt; no control marks. Svoronos 1489; SNG Cop. 262–8; Olivier 4225–9. AR. 14.23 g. 26.00 mm. Superb and impressive. Enchanting old cabinet tone with warm hues, underlying luster; minor scratches under tone. About EF.