MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Antigonos I Monophthalmos, as Strategos of Asia, 320-306/5 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.99 gms), Susa Mint, ca. 316-311 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 2/5. Pr-3857. In the name and types of Alexander III (the Great). Obverse: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin; Reverse: Zeus seated left on throne, holding eagle and scepter; wreath in left field; below throne, monogram above and below strut. Though struck on a somewhat compact flan, this shimmering, bold example presents bright surfaces and engaging detail on each side.
