MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Philip II, 359-336 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (14.47 gms), Pella Mint, ca. 342/1-337/6 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style.Le Rider-232 (D116/R187); SNG ANS-384-95; SNG Alpha Bank-272. Obverse: Laureate head of Zeus right; Reverse: ΦΙΛΙΠΠOY, nude youth, holding palm frond and reins, riding horse right; thunderbolt below; N in exergue. An enchanting specimen, this pleasingly toned piece features a rather bold, well centered obverse strike, giving great allure to the bust of Zeus. Without a doubt, a masterpiece of ancient engraving.Ex: Dr. Patrick H. C. Tan Collection.Ex: Jonathan K. Kern Collection.
