KINGS OF BITHYNIA. Nikomedes III, ca. 127-94 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.24 gms), Nikomedeia Mint, dated BE 185 (113/2 B.C). NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Scratches, Graffito.

HGC-7, 645. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Zeus standing left, holding scepter and crowning name; to inner left, eagle standing left on thunderbolt above monogram above ΕΠΡ (date). The noted marks occur in the fields, but are not at all obtrusive, and blend rather seamlessly with the charming cabinet tone.

From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection. Ex: Hermitage Museum Collection (Schlessinger 12 - 2/1934) Lot # 275.