Nicomedes III, 128-93 B.C

BITHYNIA. Nikomedes IV Philopator, ca. 94-74 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (15.33 gms), Nikomedia Mint, BE 209 (89/8 B.C.). NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.

HGC-6, 646. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Zeus standing left, holding scepter and crowning king's name with wreath; to inner left, eagle standing left atop thunderbolt; monogram and ΘΣ (date) below. Quite pleasingly toned and very lightly handled, this charming specimen also exhibits a wholesome originality.

Estimate: $300.00 - $500.00