WTS: Two Greek Silver Tetradrachms for sale

Discussion in 'For Sale' started by red_spork, Oct 21, 2015.

  1. red_spork

    red_spork Triumvir monetalis

    Also open to trades for Roman Republican coins.

    US only due to previous problems sending valuable coins internationally. Google Wallet is preferred, but PayPal FF or GS +3% accepted as well. USPS first class tracked shipping in a bubble mailer at buyer's risk included in the price, insurance, expedited shipping, registered mail, etc. can be done at cost.

    Today I've got two big silver tetradrachms for your consideration. The first is a tetradrachm of Alexander the great, minted at a mint that Price has identified as being in or near Alexander's hometown of Pella in Macedon. There's a little bit of gunk on the obverse that could probably be removed by a quick acetone dip, but in-hand it's never bothered me. SOLD
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    Full ID: Alexander III AR Tetradrachm. Pella mint. Circa 325-315 BC. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin / ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ, Zeus Aëtophoros enthroned left, holding eagle and sceptre; ΣΙ in left field. Mueller 1397. Price 236. Ex. Eukratide Numismatics


    The second one I have for you is a tetradrachm of Thasos, Thrace. These are some very interesting coins which were heavily imitated in ancient times by nearby tribes but I believe this one to be an official issue based on style. There is a slight wave to the flan and a few scratches as you can see in the image, but otherwise it is very nice and lightly toned. SOLD
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    Full ID: Greek, Islands off Thrace, Thasos, AR Tetradrachm(16.63g). After 168-148 BC. Head of Dionysos right wreathed with ivy leaves / ΗΡΑΚΛΕΟΥΣ ΣΩΤΗΡΟΣ ΘΑΣΙΩΝ, nude Herakles standing left, holding club & lion skin, MDHP monogram to left. SNG Cop 1046. Sear Greek 1759. Ex. Aegean Numismatics
     
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