SYRIA. Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos I Soter, 281-261 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (17.01 gms), Seleukeia on the Tigris Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Edge Scuff. HGC-9, 128g; SC-379.6a; ESM-162γ (this coin). Obverse: Diademed head right; Reverse: Apollo, testing arrow and resting hand upon grounded bow to right, seated left on omphalos; monograms to outer left and right. A very deeply toned example, this specimen presents a moving and powerful Seleukid portrait that exhibits little in the way of actual handling. Meanwhile, outside of a few scattered marks, it remains entirely wholesome and pleasing as well. A great pedigree rounds out its robust appeal. From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.<p>Ex: Hermitage Museum Collection (Schlessinger 13 - 2/1935) Lot # 1428.
