Lot 1602
Macedonian Kingdom. Philip V. Silver Tetradrachm (16.69 g), 221-179 BC. Pella or Amphipolis, ca. 183/2-179 BC. Zoilos, magistrate. Head of the hero Perseus left, wearing winged helmet surmounted by griffin's head; behind neck, harpa; all in the central boss of a Macedonian shield with seven double crescents containing stars around. Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΦIΛIΠΠOY, club right; above, ZΩ monogram; below, ΔI and MH monograms; all within oak wreath tied at left; to outer left, tripod. Mamroth 16; cf. SNG Alpha Bank 1052 (controls). Attractive light old cabinet toning. Choice Very Fine. Estimate Value $1,000 - 1,300
From the Hanbery Collection; Purchased privately from F. Kovacs.
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| Realized $1,880 |
