A rare tetradrachm of Prusias I with an impressive portrait
Lot 1036
KINGS OF BITHYNIA. Prusias I Chloros, circa 230-182 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 35 mm, 17.32 g, 12 h). Diademed head of Prusias I to right. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ - ΠΡΟΥΣΙΟΥ Zeus standing front, head to left, crowning the king's name with his right hand and holding long scepter in his left; in inner left field, thunderbolt above two monograms. RG 9b. SNG von Aulock 6678 var. (differing lower monogram). Rare and with an impressive portrait. Some scrapes and scratches, otherwise, very fine.

From the collection of J.B. Haarhuis, ex CGB 23, 17 November 2004, 95 and previously privately acquired in July 1965.
Starting price:
250 CHF
Hammer price:
1210 CHF
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Closed
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Closing time: 19-Dec-21, 18:37:30 CET
All winning bids are subject to a 18.5% buyer's fee.

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