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Imitating Athenian types. Rare denomination.

Lot 41: KINGS of BAKTRIA. Sophytes. Ca. 305-294 BC. AR Hemidrachm.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins Auction - Sale 32

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KINGS of BAKTRIA. Sophytes. Circa 305-294 BC. AR Hemidrachm (1.41 gm; 10 mm). Local standard. Imitating Athenian types. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet decorated with three olive leaves and a spiral palmette on the bowl / AQE, owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent behind; all within shallow incuse square. Bopearachchi, Sophytes Series 1A; SNG ANS 9-10; MIG -; MACW -. Choice VF / EF. Rare denomination.
Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 41
  • Listing #: 516863
  • Closed: Monday, November 21, 2022 11:13:20 AM CT
  • Estimate: $300