SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochus VIII Grypus, 125-96 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.59 gms), Ake-Ptolemais Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.SC-2335.2a. Diademed head of Antiochus VIII facing right; Reverse: Zeus standing facing right, holding star and scepter, crescent moon above, all within laurel wreath. An attractive example, nicely struck, well centered with even and pleasing dove gray tone.