MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Demetrios Poliorketes, 306-283 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (17.31 gms), Amphipolis Mint, ca. 294-292 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style, Brushed.HGC-3.1, 1012f; Newell-97. Obverse: Nike, blowing trumpet and cradling stylis, standing left on prow of galley left; Reverse: Poseidon standing left, seen from behind, preparing to throw trident and with chlamys draped over extended arm; Z to left; HP monogram to right. Struck in higher relief than is typical for this popular Hellenistic type, with great centering and bold detail throughout. Well-preserved surfaces bearing a moderate gray tone with a profusion of luster appearing throughout the fields.
