PONTOS. Kingdom of Pontos. Mithradates VI, 120-63 B.C. AV Stater (8.23 gms), Tomis Mint, ca. 88-86 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. HGC-3.2, 1931. Struck in the name and types of Lysimachos of Thrace. Obverse: Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with horn of Ammon / Athena seated left on throne, holding Nike; ΘEM to inner left, TO on throne; in exergue, ornate trident left. Though struck with a well used obverse die, this piece presents little evidence of handling and some alluring brilliance.
