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Greek Tetradrachm of Aesillas: Quaestor of Macedonia browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Ancient World:Greek: Pre AD 1000: item # 943188
Apolonia Ancient Art 290 Fillmore St. #D Denver, CO. 80206 303-321-7351 gallery Guest Book Sold |
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| This superb quality coin is a silver tetradrachm that dates circa 93-92 B.C., and is 16.7 gms. This coin is approximately 35mm in diameter and probably has a unique reverse die. The obverse has the bust of Alexander the Great with flowing hair, and is seen wearing the horns of Zeus Ammon. The lettering for MACEDONIA is seen below. The reverse shows the name AESILLAS, with the letter Q seen below and to the right of the club of Herakles, with a money-chest to the left, and a quaestor's chair to the right; all with an olive-wreath. The unique feature of this piece, seen on the reverse at the top of the olive-wreath border, is a symbol comprized of the letter A with a line above. This symbol may be the signature of the artist, who produced this set of dies that were used to strike this rare coin. The meaning of this symbol is unknown, but what is known is that Macedonia was conquered by the Romans in 168 B.C., and was subsequently divided into four provinces. This coin was minted in one of the four provinces, and the symbol seen within the wreath may also be a mint mark. A well centered, beautiful coin that may be unique. Comparable dies: SNG COP no. 1330, Sear no. 1463. Ex: Harlan J. Berk Ltd., Chicago, Ill. I certify that this piece is authentic as to date, culture, and condition: | |||||||
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