The Coin Cabinet

Ancients Auction 12  –  22 August 2024

The Coin Cabinet, Ancients Auction 12

Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Islamic Coins - 20% BP

Th, 22.08.2024, from 3:00 PM CEST
The auction is closed.

Description

ANCIENT GREECE. INDO-GREEK KINGDOM. Menander I 'Soter'.
Silver Drachm, circa 155-130 BC.
Obv: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHPOΣ MENANΔPOY, diademed bust left, wielding spear, aegis on shoulder. Rev: Athena Alkidemos advancing left, shield decorated with aegis over arm, hurling thunderbolt; monogram in right field, Kharosthi script around.

Good Very Fine; wonderful in hand - beautifully toned with blue iridescent highlights to rev.

Reference: Bopearachchi-7A; SNG ANS-723.
Die Axis: 12h.
Diameter: 17 mm.
Weight: 2.45 g.
PLEASE NOTE: 20% Buyer Premium + VAT on this lot. No other fees, including live bidding. Delivery cost will be added to your order.

Question about this lot?

Bidding

Price realized 75 GBP
Starting price 60 GBP
Estimate 120 GBP
The auction is closed.
Feedback / Support