Lot 257: Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I. Ca. 171-145 B.C. AR tetradrachm.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 17 (Auction 320)

Description

Baktrian Kingdom. Eukratides I. Ca. 171-145 B.C. AR tetradrachm (32 mm, 17.00 g, 11 h). Diademed, helmeted and draped bust of Eukratides I right, helmet decorated with ear and horn of a bull / ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΕΥΚΡΑΤΙΔΟΥ, the Dioskouroi on horses rearing right; in lower right field, monogram. Bopearachchi 6E; SNG ANS 465. Well struck on excellent metal. Light reddish-grey tone. Superb extremely fine.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 257
Listing #: 180947
Closed: Friday, September 16, 2016 6:25:20 PM CT
Estimate: $1,500

Sold Winning Bid: $1,175
2 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 257
Listing #: 180947
Closed: Friday, September 16, 2016 6:25:20 PM CT
Estimate: $1,500