Lot 198: Seleukid Kingdom. Cleopatra Thea and Antiochos VIII Epiphanes. 125-121 B.C. Æ. Uncertain mint, probably in northern Syria (Damascus?), 122/1(?) B.C.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 23 (Auction 329)

Description

Seleukid Kingdom. Cleopatra Thea and Antiochos VIII Epiphanes. 125-121 B.C. Æ (20 mm, 7.80 g, 12 h). Uncertain mint, probably in northern Syria (Damascus?), 122/1(?) B.C. Jugate busts of Cleopatra, veiled and diademed, and Antiochos VIII,diademed, right / Nike advancing left, holding wreath; in outer and inner left fields, two monograms; in exergue, grape bunch. Cf. SC 2265.2 (no grapes); HGC 9, 1190. Very rare issue. Two-toned black and tan patina, light scratches. Fine.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 198
Listing #: 196505
Closed: Friday, April 6, 2018 5:05:40 PM CT
Estimate: $150

Sold Winning Bid: $115
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 198
Listing #: 196505
Closed: Friday, April 6, 2018 5:05:40 PM CT
Estimate: $150