Lot 1622
Bithynian Kingdom. Nikomedes IV Philopator. Silver Tetradrachm (15.71 g), ca. 94-74 BC. BE 205 (93/2 BC). Diademed head of Nikomedes IV right. Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣ EΠIΦANOYΣ NIKOMHΔOY, Zeus standing facing, head left, holding wreath and scepter; to left, eagle standing on thunderbolt above magistrate's monogram and date (EΣ). Callataÿ D148/R2a; RG p. 232; DCA 445. Well struck on a nice spread flan. Toned. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 5/5. Estimate Value $700 - 800
The Bithynian Kingdom held a considerable place among the minor monarchies of Anatolia. The coins of the Bithynian kings depict their regal portraits in a highly accomplished Hellenistic style. Nicomedes IV, the last king of Bithynia, was defeated by Mithridates VI of Pontos, and, after being restored to his throne by the Roman Senate, bequeathed his kingdom by will to the Roman Republic in 74 BC.
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