BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Diodotos I Soter. Circa 255-235 BC. AV Stater (21mm, 8.30 g, 12h). In the name of Antiochos II of Syria. Mint A (near Aï Khanoum). Good VF.Electronic Auction 563 Oriental Greek, Gold Sold For $ 2 750. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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BAKTRIA, Greco-Baktrian Kingdom. Diodotos I Soter. Circa 255-235 BC. AV Stater (21mm, 8.30 g, 12h). In the name of Antiochos II of Syria. Mint A (near Aï Khanoum). Diademed head right / Zeus Bremetes, seen from behind, advancing left, aegis draped over outstretched left arm, and brandishing thunderbolt in right hand; in inner left field, wreath above eagle standing left. Kritt, New A8, Style 2; Holt Series A, Group 8; Bopearachchi 1A; SNG ANS 75; HGC 9, 234 (Antiochos II). Lightly toned, marks, obverse test cut. Good VF. |