SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Alexander I Balas, 150-145 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (14.12 gms), Sidon Mint, dated SE 166 (147/6 B.C). NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5. HGC-9, 882; SC-1830.5. Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Eagle standing left, with palm frond over shoulder; CΞP (date) to left; to right, ΣIΔΩ above aphlaston. Presenting a great portrait and an alluring cabinet tone, this remains rather wholesome and enticing.