Lot 3122
Kingdom of Macedon. Alexander III, the Great, 336-323 BC. AR Tetradrachm (17.09 g) attributed to Babylon, c. 317-311 BC. Head right of Herakles, wearing lion's skin headdress. Reverse: Zeus enthroned left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, monogram within wreath; under throne, "H". Price 3704; M. 714. Of fine style and struck in ultra high relief. Underlying luster and of excellent metal. Nearly Mint State.
This is a phenomenal example of this coveted issue, most probably struck under Antigonos at Babylon.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,500.
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