SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochus IV Epiphanes, 175-164 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.53 gms), Antioch on the Orontes Mint, ca. 168-164 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. SC-1400a; HGC-9, 620a. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Zeus seated left on throne, holding scepter and Nike; monogram to outer left. Quite well centered on a rather broad flan, this lightly toned and gently handled example still retains a good deal of lustrous brilliance in the protected areas. An attractive and choice representation of the type.
