Kings of Macedon

Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294-288 B.C.) Silver Tetradrachm

Weight 17 g.  Diameter: 28 mm

Obverse: Diademed and horned head of the Macedonian king Demetrios I Poliorctes, son of one of the most
capable Alexander's generals Antigonus I "the one-eyed", right.   Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΔHMHTPIOY, Nude Poseidon
standing left with right foot on rock, holding trident in left hand, monograms in outer fields.  Superb portrait, well
centered desirable silver coin struck in high relief.

$900
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