★ A fine portrait of Philip I ★

SYRIA, Seleucis and Pieria. Antioch. Philip I, 244-249. Tetradrachm (Billon, 27 mm, 12.49 g, 6 h), 247. AYTOK K M IOYΛI ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟC CЄB Radiate and cuirassed bust of Philip I to left, cuirass decorated with gorgoneion. Rev. ΔΗΜΑΡX ЄΞOYCIAC ΥΠΑ ΤO Γ / ANTIOXIA / S C Eagle with spread wings standing facing, head to right and holding wreath in beak. McAlee 907a. Prieur 357. RPC VIII online ID 29149. An attractive piece with a portrait of fine style. Extremely fine.

From a European collection, formed before 2005.