PHRYGIA. Apameia. Circa 166-160 BC. Cistophoric Tetradrachm (Silver, 31 mm, 12.69 g, 12 h). Basket (cista mystica) from which snake coils; around, ivy wreath with fruits. Rev. Two snakes coiled around a bow case; to left, AΠ monogram; to right, sphinx seated to left. BMC 4. Kleiner & Noe 2, pl XXXII, 3 (this obverse die). Well-struck and clear; a very rare variation. Some scuffs, otherwise, good very fine.
Price realized | 130 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |