IONIA. Magnesia pros Maiandros. AR Tetradrachm (16.63 gms), ca. 150-140 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5. SNG von Aulock-7922; SNG Cop-844. Stephanophoric type. Euphemos, son of Pausanios, "magistrate". Obverse: Diademed and draped bust of Artemis right, with bow and quiver over shoulder; Reverse: Apollo standing left, resting elbow upon tripod to right and holding filleted branch; meander pattern below; all within laurel wreath. Exceptionally well struck and highly attractive, this specimen yields a well centered strike with elegant, subtle toning and ample remaining brilliance.
