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Lot 272: Baktrian Kingdom. Agathokles. Ca. 185-170 B.C. CU-NI unit.

AUCTION:  Triskeles - Auction 26 (Auction 334)

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  • Sold Winning Bid: $175
  • 5 Bid(s)
Description

Baktrian Kingdom. Agathokles. Ca. 185-170 B.C. CU-NI unit (21 mm, 4.00 g, 12 h). Wreathed head of Dionysos right; thyrsos over shoulder / Panther with bell around neck standing right, touching vine with raised forepaw; monogram in exergue. Bopearachchi 6A; SNG ANS 239; HGC 14, 95. Red-brown patina with some green deposits on reverse. Excellent metal for this normally porous issue. Very fine.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
  • Lot #: 272
  • Listing #: 194294
  • Closed: Friday, December 7, 2018 4:07:45 PM CT
  • Estimate: $150