Ptolemy I Soter, 323-283 B.C

PTOLEMAIC EGYPT. Ptolemy I Soter, 323-283 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (14.68 gms), Alexandreia Mint, ca. 311/0-305 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Graffiti, Countermark, Overstruck.

Svor-168; SNG Cop-19. In the name of Alexander III (the Great) of Macedon. Obverse: Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, wearing elephant skin headdress and aegis; tiny Δ at top of aegis by ear; Reverse: Athena advancing right, holding shield and preparing to hurl spear; to right, Corinthian helmet, monogram, and eagle standing right on thunderbolt. Though exhibiting the noted issues, this piece nevertheless offers a pleasing cabinet tone and dates to the first issue of Ptolemy as king.

Estimate: $400.00- $600.00