MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Kassander, as Regent, 317-305 B.C., or King, 305-298 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (17.26 gms), Amphipolis Mint, ca. 307-298 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5. Pr-453. In the name and types of Alexander III. Obverse: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin; Reverse: Zeus seated left on throne, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, Λ above torch; bee below throne. This early posthumous issue originating from Amphipolis is nothing short of beautiful. With perfect NGC subgrades attesting to the purest of surfaces and strongest of strikes, only the lightest trace of wear exists on this artfully indigo and cerise toned specimen.
