SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos III (the Great), 223-187 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.99 gms), Susa Mint, ca. 223-221 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.SC-1213.3; HGC-9, 447rr. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Apollo, testing arrow and resting hand on bow, seated left upon omphalos; monograms to outer left and right. A <strong>VERY RARE</strong> type, this example exhibits a bit of crudeness, but nevertheless remains rather charmingly toned.
