KINGS OF SOPHENE. Arsames, circa 255-225 BC. Dichalkon (Bronze, 19 mm, 3.81 g, 12 h), first series. Head of Arsames to right, wearing bashlyk with beaded edges, tied with a diadem. Rev. [BA]ΣIΛEΩΣ / APΣAMOY Arsames on horseback to right, hurling javelin at two attacking soldiers; below his horse, a third, fallen enemy. Kovacs 1. Rare and undoubtedly among the finest known. In exceptional condition for this often crude issue, perfectly centered and with superb details. Somewhat smoothed, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.