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Lot 109: KINGS of BAKTRIA. Menander I Soter, AR Tetradrachm. Rare. 
- Starting Bid: $750
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Description
KINGS of BAKTRIA. Menander I Soter, Ca. 165/55-130 BC. AR Tetradrachm (8.77 gm; 26 mm). BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣΩTHPOΣ MENANΔPOY, diademed heroic bust to left, seen from behind, wearing aegis over shoulder, brandishing spear / 'Maharajasa tratarasa Menamdrasa' in Kharosthi, Athena Alkidemos standing to left, wielding thunderbolt and shield; monogram to right. Bopearachchi 8C; Mitchiner 219a; Bopearachchi & Rahman 322; SNG ANS 745; HGC 12, 180. Some minor hairline scratches(hardly visible), otherwise well struck on a nice full flan. Choice aEF. Rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 109
- Listing #: 533057
- Closed: Monday, December 19, 2022 11:36:00 AM CT
- Estimate: $1,250