Numismatica Ars Classica Zurich

Auction 138  –  18 - 19 May 2023

Numismatica Ars Classica Zurich, Auction 138

Greek, Roman and Byzantine Coins

Part 1: Th, 18.05.2023, from 2:30 PM CEST
Part 2: Fr, 19.05.2023, from 2:30 PM CEST
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Description

Kings of Thrace, Lysimachus 323-281 and posthumous issues.
Tetradrachm, uncertain mint circa 294-287, AR 16.98 g. Diademed head of the deified Alexander r., with horn of Ammon. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ – ΛΥΣΙΜΑXΟΥ Athena enthroned l., holding Nike and spear in r. hand and resting l. elbow on shield decorated with medusa; in inner l. field, monogram. Müller 561. Thompson –.
A bold portrait of fine style and a superb iridescent tone. An almost invisible scratch
at eleven o'clock on reverse, otherwise virtually as struck and almost Fdc

From an Exceptional Collection assembled between the early 70s and late 90s.

Graded Ch AU Strike 5/5 Surface 3/5, Fine style, scuffs, NCG certification number 6558857-003

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Price realized 3'750 CHF
Starting price 3'200 CHF
Estimate 4'000 CHF
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