Greek Alexander III - AE Unit > Lot No. 0038

Description:
325-310 BC, uncertain mint in Western Asia Minor. Obv: no legend, head of Herakles right wearing lionskin headdress. Rev: BASILEWS legend between bow in bowcase above and club; torch with flame below.

Measurements:
5.89 grams.

Condition:
Extremely fine, about as struck, scarce thus.

References:
Cf Sear 6739; Price 2800; see Wildwinds.com (this coin).

Estimate: £70 - 90 (EUR 90 - 110; USD 110 - 140)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £70