
Cilicia, Tarsos. Balakros as Satrap, 333-323 BC c. 333-323 BC
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AR Didrachm, 10.63g (23mm, 11h).draped bust of Athena facing slightly l., wearing triple-crested Athenian helmet, Corinthian helmet rin r. field / Baaltars enthroned l. holding lotus-tipped sceptre. Ear of coin and grape bunch to l., ivy leaf above B to r, monogram below throne.Pedigree: ex. Spink 240, 26 September 2016, lot 2680 'toned, extremely fine' - £1,600; ex. Classical Numismatic Group, Triton VII, 13 January 2004, lot 327References: SNG Levante 121Grade: well centered, with all details visible. Slight wear on high points. Even and attractive toning. Ef/Vf+. gk1791Scroll down for more information about this coin.
Provenance: ex. Spink 240, 26 September 2016, lot 2680 'toned, extremely fine' - £1,600; ex. Classical Numismatic Group, Triton VII, 13 January 2004, lot 327