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

Ptolemy II Philadelphos, 285 – 246.
Octodrachm, Alexandria after 265, AV 27.75 g. ΑΔΕΛΦΩΝ Jugate busts r. of Ptolemy II, draped and diademed and, Arsinoe II, diademed and veiled. Rev. ΘΕΩΝ Jugate busts r. of Ptolemy I, draped and diademed and, Berenice I, diademed and veiled; in field l., shield. Svoronos 603. Boston, MFA 2274. SNG Copenhagen 132. Dewing 2752. CPE 313.
Rare and in exceptional condition for the issue. Two magnificent jugate
portraits of fine style from the most artistic dies of the entire
series. Good extremely fine

Privately purchased from Kallos Gallery in 2021 and previously acquired from NGSA in 2013.

Graded AU Strike 5/5 Surface 4/5, Fine style, NCG certification number 6558855-008

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Price realized 38'000 CHF
Starting price 20'000 CHF
Estimate 25'000 CHF
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