Thessaly, Pherai, Alexander as tyrant; forepart of bull/forepart of horse
Description:
Thessaly, Pherai, Alexander - Tyrant (369 - 357 BC). Forepart of bull running right, head facing / AΛEΣANΔPOY; Forepart of horse running right.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2,28 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
Rogers 524-5 var. (placement of legend); SNG Cop 246 var.
Commentary:
seldom seen issue, great contrasting sand patina
History:
Alexander was murdered on order of his wife Thebe who hated him because of his cruelty and brutal character.
Article Number:
002-02-02-41652