Alegandron Recent Ancient Acquisitions

Collect89: Was there anything that you see of the Reverse that I need to know? Yours still come in much better, as well as crisper than mine...

 

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I did not see your question until just now. Sorry for the delay.

I was only interested in seeing some details in an attempt to determine the mint. The style of the Head, Zeus, & throne are pretty clear. Zeus hand & head are about the same height. I was hoping to see further details (monogram or letters) at the location in front of Zeus' knees or if there is anything below the throne. I don't know the mint of your coin but it is fun to try & figure it out.

 

Thank you! I figured that was what you were looking for. I was as curious as you. I have seen this reverse called a large knob / ball throne or chair...does that point to a mint?

 

There is a member here (named tenacious I think) that knows this coin type.

Your initial photos were not clear to me but I was looking to see if your coin had the typical Macedonian Herakles style with spiky lion's mane. The throne with the balls can also be Macedonian mint style. However, these styles are found on coins from various other mints so I really don't know where your coin was minted. I guess there is a good reason NGC didn't include the mint on your label.

 

I also wondered why the Mint was not given by NGC. Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it! Best to you.