EGYPT, Alexandria. Severus Alexander. AD 222-235. BI Tetradrachm (24mm, 12.35 g, 12h). Dated RY 10 (AD 230/1). Good VF.

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Lot: 390. Estimated: $ 150

The Beniak Collection of Alexandrian Coinage, Billon

Sold For $ 500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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EGYPT, Alexandria. Severus Alexander. AD 222-235. BI Tetradrachm (24mm, 12.35 g, 12h). Dated RY 10 (AD 230/1). Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Zeus enthroned left, holding patera and scepter; at his feet to left, eagle standing left, head right; L I (date) to upper left, palm frond to right. Köln 2452; Dattari (Savio) 4392; K&G 62.125; RPC VI 10422 (temp); Emmett 3146.10. Olive brown patina. Good VF. Attractive surfaces.

From the Dr. Thomas E. Beniak Collection. Reportedly ex Malter 45 (28 March 1991).


Closing Date and Time: 21 February 2024 at 12:09:40 ET.

All winning bids are subject to a 20% buyer’s fee.