The Pre Long Beach Auction

Four Electrum Hektes. From Phokaia, Kyzikos (2) and Mytilene come these hektes, or one-sixth staters. While each is off center, affecting the obverse,

Kingdom of Lydia. Time of Alyattes to Kroisos, c. 600-560 BC. Electrum Hemihekte (or 1/12 Stater; 1.18 g). Lion's head right, with globular wart...

Kings of Lydia. Kroisos, c. 561-546 BC. AR Sixth Siglos (1.67 g). Confronted foreparts of lion and bull. Reverse: Two incuse punches. Rosen 667. Somew

Two F-VF Silver Sigloi minted in the Kingdom of Lydia. One is of the facing lion and bull type; the other depicts the king as master archer. Lot of 2

Karia, Knidos, c. 465-449 BC. AR Drachm (6.24 g). Forepart right of roaring lion. Reverse: Head right of Aphrodite with hair bound in taenia. Cahn 83

Karia, Knidos, c. 465-449 BC. AR Drachm (6.21 g). Forepart of roaring lion right. Reverse: Head right of Aphrodite within incuse square. Cahn 72; SNG

Satraps of Karia. Pixodaros, 340-334 BC. AR Didrachm (7.04 g). Laureate head of Apollo facing. Reverse: Zeus Labraundos standing right, holding labrys

Satraps of Karia. Pixodaros, 340-334 BC. AR Didrachm (7.05 g). Laureate head of Apollo facing. Reverse: Zeus Labraundos standing right, holding labrys

Islands off Karia, Rhodos, c. 404-385 BC. Silver Tetradrachm (15.28 g). Facing head of Helios, hair in radiating waves, looking slightly to right Reve

Islands off Karia, Rhodos. Group of three late and reduced size silver drachms of Rhodos, each having been minted under a different magistrate. Condit

Three Silver Coins of Rhodos: drachm and smaller. Condition ranges from VF to EF. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $450 - 550.

Dynasts of Lycia. Kherêi, c. 410-390 BC. AR Stater (8.83 g). Blank with remnants of inscription and/or type (boar or lion's head?). Revers...

Pamphylia, Aspendos, 370-333 BC. AR Stater (10.96 g). Two athletes wrestling, grasping each other's arms. Reverse: Slinger advancing right, abou...

Pamphylia, Aspendos, 370-333 BC. AR Stater (10.85 g). Two athletes wrestling, grasping each other's arms. Reverse: Slinger advancing right, abou...

Two Greek Silver Coins. One is a drachm of Aspendos (VG/VF, countermarked); the other is a drachm of Ephesos (About EF, overcleaned). Lot of 2 coins.

Pamphylia, Side, c. 420 BC. AR Stater (10.67 g). Athena standing to left, holding Nike who flies right with wreath; in left field, pomegranate; in rig

Pisidia, Selge, c. 350 BC. AR Stater (10.88 g). Two athletes wrestling, grasping each other's arms. Reverse: Slinger advancing right, about to d...

Cilicia, Nagidos, c. 375-365 BC. AR Stater (10.71 g). Aphrodite enthroned left, holding phiale over circular altar before her; behind her, Eros standi

Cilicia, Tarsos. Pharnabazos, 379-374 BC. AR Stater (10.63 g). Baal of Tarsos enthroned left, holding lotus-tipped scepter. Reverse: Helmeted and bear

Cilicia, Tarsos. Datames, 378-372 BC. AR Stater (10.51 g). Baal enthroned right, holding bunch of grapes, ear of corn and eagle-tipped scepter, all wi

Cilicia, Tarsos. Mazaios, 361-334 BC. AR Stater (10.82 g). Baal of Tarsos enthroned left, holding lotus-tipped scepter. Reverse: Lion walking left; le

Cilicia, Tarsos. Mazaios, 361-334 BC. AR Stater (11.01 g). Baal of Tarsos enthroned left, holding eagle, corn ear and bunch of grapes in right hand; i

Two Greek Silver Issues. Tarsos stater (Choice VF) and a tetradrachm of Antiochos VII of Syria (overall VF). Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $250 - 3

Cappadocian Kingdom. Ariobarzanes I, 96-63 BC. AR Drachm (3.91 g) dated Year 22 (74/3 BC). Diademed bust right of Ariobarzanes I. Reverse: Athena stan

Seleukid Kingdom. Seleukos I, Nikator, 312-281 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.80 g). Helmeted bust of hero right, assimilating Dionysus, Alexander, and Seleuk

Seleukid Kingdom. Seleukos I, 312-280 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.94 g) minted at Seleucia on the Tigris (?), c. 296/5 BC. Laureate head right of Zeus. Rev

Seleukid Kingdom. Alexander I (Balas), 150-145 BC. AR Tetradrachm (14.12 g) minted at Berytos in Phoenicia, 150/149 BC. Diademed head right of Alexand

Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos VI, 144-142 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.27 g) minted at Antioch, dated year 169 (144/3 BC). Diademed and radiate head right of

Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos VII, 138-129 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.46 g) minted at Antioch. Diademed head right of Antiochos VII. Reverse: Athena standin

Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos VII, 138-129 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.34 g) minted at Antioch. Diademed head right of Antiochos VII. Reverse: Athena standin

Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochos VIII, 121-96 BC. AR Tetradrachm (16.32 g) minted at Akko. Diademed head right of Antiochos VIII. Reverse: Zeus standing le

Three Silver Tetradrachms of the Seleukid Kingdom. One was struck under Demetrios I (Choice VF), the next under Demetrios II (EF, but obverse is off c

Seleukid Quintet. This grouping is comprised of three tetradrachms of Antiochos VIII, plus two others, most having surface problems. Different mints a

Five Seleukid Tetradrachms. Almost all have surface problems (porosity, encrustations, horn silver, etc.). Different mints are included; coins average

Tetradrachms from the Western and Eastern Mints of the Seleukid Kingdom are highlighted. Should be examined for rarer varieties. Condition ranges from

Two Seleukid Coins. Includes a rare tetradrachm of Demetrios III (ex CNG Auction 208, lot 114) and one of Alexander Balas. Condition is F-VF. Lot of 2

Five Silver Tetradrachms of the Seleukid Kingdom. Averaging VG-Fine condition, the coins provide diverse portraits, both from the point of view of sty

Seleukid Kingdom. Highlighting this lot is a rare tetradrachm (Choice VF) showing the jugate busts of Antiochos VIII and Cleopatra Thea (SNG Spaer 247

Four Seleukid Tetradrachms, including one of Seleukos IV. Most have surface problems and grade VG-Fine. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value $375 - 525.

This Lot is Comprised of Four Coins - Three of the Seleukid Kings. Two drachms and a tetradrachm, plus an Athenian tetradrachm (significant silver chl

Three Seleukid Silver Tetradrachms of better types. With surface problems; careful inspection is a must. Other than the faults, condition averages VG-

Two Tetradrachms of Seleukos I. One displays the quadriga of elephants reverse (rare) and the other, traditional Alexander types. Condition is VF and

Seleukid Kingdom. Seleukos I, 312-280 BC. AR Tetradrachm of the Alexander III types minted at Seleucia on the Tigris, c. 305-304 BC. Head right of Her

Phoenicia, Arados, c. 490-470 BC. AR Tetrobol (3.15 g). Merman right holding dolphin in each hand. Reverse: Galley right with row of shields along bul

Two Impressive Coins of Phoenicia. This duet is comprised of a tetrashekel of Sidon (VG-F, typically porous) and a dishekel of Byblos (overall VF). Lo

Three Silver Coins. A stater of Arados (irregular flan, VG), tetrashekel of Sidon (some horn silver deposits, Good) and a drachm of the Nabataean King

Three Silver Coin Types from Phoenicia. The mint cities are Arados (late drachm with "hidden" reverse scratches, About EF), Byblos (dishek...

Phoenicia, Tyre, 99/98 BC. AR Shekel (14.27 g) dated year 28. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standing left; year above club in left fi

Phoenicia, Tyre, 91/90 BC. AR Half Shekel (7.24 g) dated year 36. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standing left; year above club in lef

Phoenicia, Tyre, AD 9/10. AR Shekel (14.20 g) dated year 135, attributed to the Jerusalem mint. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standin

Phoenicia, Tyre, AD 33/4. AR Shekel (14.20 g) dated year 159, attributed to the Jerusalem mint. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standin

Phoenicia, Tyre, AD 33/4. AR Shekel (14.42 g) dated year 159, attributed to the Jerusalem mint. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standin

Phoenicia, Tyre, AD 33/4. AR Shekel (13.83 g) dated year 159, attributed to the Jerusalem mint. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standin

Phoenicia, Tyre, AD 33/4. AR Shekel (13.18 g) dated year 159, attributed to the Jerusalem mint. Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standin

Four Shekels of Tyre dated years 9, 30, 95 and 143. Condition averages Fine. Lot of 4 coins. It's only when significant collections are offer...

Two attractive Shekels of Tyre dated years 17 and 170. Choice VF. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $400 - 500.

Group of Five Tyrian AR Shekels dated years 104, 115, 127, 160 and 163. Most all are affected by silver chloride deposits; average grade is VG-F. Lot

Four Silver Shekels of Tyre dated years 107, 160, 161 and 177. Condition averages Fine or better. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value $425 - 475.

A quartet of Silver Tyrian Shekels dated years 127, 146, 150 and 171. Condition is VG-F. Lot of 4 coins. Estimated Value $400 - 450.

Group of Four Tyrian Silver Coins: three full Shekels dated years 4, 108(?) and 171, plus a Half Shekel of year 50. Two coins have considerable porosi

Three Silver Coins of Tyre, consisting of two Shekels, one illegible and one of year 131, and a Half Shekel dated year 5. Condition is About VF, with

Lot of Four Silver Coins: three Half Shekels, one of year 121(?), two of year 162, plus one Shekel of year 162. Three display silver chloride; grades

Three Silver Half Shekels of Tyre, dated years 38, 143 and one date illegible. Condition is Fine-VF with some deposits. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Val

Collection Balance of the Shekels of Tyre type, including two Shekels, two Half Shekels and two bronzes. The coins are damaged and grade Fair-Good. Lo

Phoenicia, Tyre. AR Shekel attributed to Jerusalem, dated year 160 (AD 34/5). Laureate head right of Melqart. Reverse: Eagle standing left; year abov

The Jewish War, 66-70 CE. AR Shekel (14.18 g) dated year One (66/7 CE). Temple vessel with pearl on either side; above, date. Reverse: Stem with three

The Jewish War, 66-70 CE. AR Shekel (14.0 g) dated year 2 (67/68 CE). Temple vessel with rim decorated with nine pearls, above, date. Reverse: Stem w

The Jewish War, 66-70 CE. AR Shekel (13.51 g) dated year 2 (67/8 CE). Temple vessel with rim decorated with nine pearls; above, date. Reverse: Stem wi

The Jewish War. AR Shekel (13.67 g) dated year 4 (69/70 CE). Temple vessel with rim decorated with nine pearls; above, date. Reverse: Stem with three

The Jewish War, 66-70 CE. Medium Bronze (One Quarter Shekel) dated year 4 (69/70 CE). Etrog. Reverse: Two lulavs. AJC 29. Mesh. 162. H-669. Extremely

The Jewish War, 66-70 CE. AR Shekel (14.31 g) dated year 3 (68/9 CE). Temple vessel (omer cup?) with rim decorated with nine pearls; above, date. Reve

Judaea Capta. Domitian, AD 81-96. AE 28 minted at Caesarea, AD 92. Radiate head right of Domitian. Reverse: Palm tree with seven branches, two cluster

Judaea Capta. Domitian, AD 81-96. AE 19 minted at Caesarea. Laureate head right of Domitian. Reverse: Trophy. AJC plate 36, 5; H-751. About Extremely

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. Small Bronze dated year One (132/3 CE). Triform bunch of grapes. Reverse: Palm tree with seven branches. Mild 147; AJC 8.

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. Small Bronze dated year One (132/3 CE). Triform bunch of grapes. Reverse: Palm tree with seven branches. Mild 14;. AJC 7a

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. AR Tetradrachm, Hybrid (14.87 g) dated Year 2 (133/4 CE). Tetrastyle façade of the Temple of Jerusalem; within the

Bar Kokhba War. AR Denar (2.8 g) dated year 2 (133/4 CE). Triform bunch of grapes. Profile of Vespasian clearly visible along with portions of the leg

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. AR Tetradachm (14.6 g) attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). Tetrastyle façade of the Temple of Jerusalem; within the mi

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. AR Tetradachm (13.77 g) attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). Tetrastyle façade of the Temple of Jerusalem; within the m

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. AR Denar (3.27 g) attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). Triform bunch of grapes. Reverse: Kithara with three strings. AJC 57b;

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. AR Denar (3.45 g) attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). Triform bunch of grapes. Reverse: Kithara with three strings. AJC 57b;

Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. Small Bronze attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). Triform bunch of grapes. Reverse: Palm tree with seven branches. Mild. 158;

Jewish Coinage. Six Bronzes of the Holy Land, most of which being rarer Herodian issues. A couple were issued under Herod Antipas; grade averages typi

Jewish Coinage. An Attractive Grouping of Eight Bronzes, highlighted by three minted under Herod the Great. Average condition is VF or nearly so with

Jewish Coinage. A Nice Array of Nine Bronzes, including several minted under Pontius Pilate. Condition averages Nice Fine. Lot of 9 coins. Estimated

Jewish Coinage. A Diverse Grouping of Twelve AE Prutot, all minted under various Prefects and Procurators of Rome. Condition is VG-VF. Lot of 12 coins

Jewish Coinage. Four Aes, including two Middle Bronzes of the Bar Kokhba War and one of the Jewish War. Condition Fair-Fine. Lot of 4 coins. Estimate

Jewish Coinage. Two medium bronzes of the Bar Kokhba War. One is dated Year 2 (both dies unlisted in Mildenberg; VF) and an "irregular issue&qu...

Jewish Coinage. A Collection of Eighteen Aes, Mainly of Hasmonaean, Herodian and Nabataean Origin. Condition averages G-VG with some better. Lot of 18

Nabataean Kingdom. Rabbel II, 70-106 CE. AR Drachm (3.74 g) dated year 1 (70/1 CE). Laureate bust right of Rabbel II. Reverse: Laureate bust right of

Persia. Achaemenid Empire, c. 420-375 BC. Gold Daric (8.30 g). Persian king right in kneeling-running position, holding dagger and bow; quiver at shou

A Gold Daric of the Persian Kings of Lydia. Condition F-VF, plus a silver cistophorus of Claudius (long obverse scratch, About VF). Lot of 2 coins. E

Persia. Achaemenid Empire, c. 450-338 BC. Four silver sigloi of varying types, two holding scepters and two with daggers. While no numismatist has com

Persia. Achaemenid Empire. Four silver sigloi. Condition averages VF, with some porosity, a countermark and an irregular flan noted. Lot of 4 coins.

Parthian Kingdom. Mithradates II, c. 123-91 BC. AR Tetradrachm (15.68 g), Seleucia on the Tigris mint, struck c. 119-109 BC. Diademed bust left of Mit

Parthian Kingdom. Mithradates II, c. 123-88 BC. AR Tetradrachm (15.72 g) minted at Seleucia on the Tigris. Diademed bust left of Mithradates II. Rever

Parthian Kingdom. Pacorus II, c. AD 78-105. AR Drachm (3.72 g) minted at Ecbatana. Bust left of Pacorus II wearing tiara with "hooks" on c...

Sasanian Kingdom. Artashir I, AD 224-242. AR Drachm (3.78 g) of Parthian style. Bust right of Artashir I wearing ornamented tiara. Reverse: Fire altar

Sasanian Kingdom. Artashir I, AD 224-242. AR Drachm (4.24 g). Crowned bust right of Artashir I. Reverse: Fire altar. Sellwood 10; Göbl 9. Extreme

Sasanian Kingdom. Varhran II, AD 274-293. AR Drachm (4.13 g). Busts right of King and Queen facing the Prince. Reverse: Fire altar with flames; Varhra