Lot 29
Kingdom of Macedon. Demetrios Poliorketes, 294-288 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.95 g) minted at Salamis. Winged Nike blowing trumpet and holding mast, standing left on prow of galley. Reverse: Poseidon as viewed from behind, advancing left, brandishing trident and holding chlamys on outstretched left arm. Newell 23 (plate III, 4). A few stray marks. Very Fine.
The Nike surmounting the prow was thought to be a representation of the famous "Victoire de Samothrace" prominently displayed as one of the jewels of the Louvre Museum. Rather sadly, we now know that this pairing of figures is not valid.
Estimated Value $450 - 600.
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| Realized $604 |
