Lot 106: PHOENICIA. Berytus. Gordian III. 238-244 AD. Æ 28mm. Struck 241-4 AD.

AUCTION: Sale 269

Description

PHOENICIA. Berytus. Gordian III. 238-244 AD. Æ 28mm (13.98 g). Struck 241-4 AD. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind; c/m: IΓ (13) / Tetrastyle temple of Astarte, half-length bust of Astarte facing, flanked by standards within; lion walking right below. Sawaya 2177 (D382/R830); BMC 228-9; SNG Copenhagen 123 (same obverse die). Near VF, dark green patina under reddish earthen deposits.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 106
Listing #: 204123
Closed: Thursday, September 8, 2011 6:45:00 PM CT
Estimate: $75

Sold Winning Bid: $71
5 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 106
Listing #: 204123
Closed: Thursday, September 8, 2011 6:45:00 PM CT
Estimate: $75