MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Perseus, 179-168 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (15.49 gms), Pella or Amphipolis Mint, ca. 171-168 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. HGC-3.1, 1094; Mamroth-20b. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Eagle, with wings spread, standing right on thunderbolt; monogram above, mintmasters monogram to right, monogram between legs; all within oak wreath; below, plow. Struck on an exceptionally broad flan, this charmer has pleasing, sublime toning and attractive luster. Some scattered light wear is evident, but the portrait and eagle motifs remain strong and resolute.
