Achieved one of my collecting goals - a tetradrachm in the name of Alexander the Great!
Posted Apr 13, 2022, 1:01 AM UTC
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Really nice! Like how big it is.
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How much does something like this sell for, and could anybody kindly point me to reliable sellers? Thank you!
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See my reply to another comment below for prices. Anyway, I recommend starting with places like vcoins or ma-shops. If you're willing to take part in auctions, biddr is a nice place to start (but check the reputation of auction houses listed there before you participate!)
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What do you think of Sedgwick auctions? I’ve heard he’s well known. I think he’s better known for more recent coins like 1500-1800 or 1900, but they sell some ancient stuff as well.
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Not familiar with it, I’m afraid!
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You got a bee! Nice coin!
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Amazing! Do you mind if I ask how much it cost? I’m looking to buy one just like that good to have a reference
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Expect to pay around half a grand these days. One with a little more wear can be anywhere from $150 to $300 though.
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Congrats! What is the weight of this beauty?
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Thanks! 16.9 grams
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A Greek magazine has been giving replicas of these. I have seen many of them being sold as the real thing. Just make sure you don't pay too much.
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Appreciate the warning. Got a link? Did research on mine and it was first offered (as far back as I can see) in the late 90s on cng
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It was first released in 2009-2010 by national geographic as a 20 issue collectors edition. 20 coin replicas accompanied with a book for each coin. It was re-release in 2014-2015 with an offer to get a display box if you completed the series. Coins were identical to the original in all dimensions, but there deliberately lighter in weight (rather significantly), so they wouldn't be sold as originals.
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looks like OPs is 16.9 grams which is spot on for an alexander tet
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Think I’m ok then. I found a photo of my exact coin from the 90s in an old auction catalog and it weighs an appropriate amount (16.9 grams)
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I plan to get a tet in Alexander style under Demetrius I on CNG, and u got a very nice coin!
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Oh I know the ones you're talking about in the upcoming auction. They're really nice ones! Don't worry, I won't be competing for them!
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haha thx
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That is a true beauty. Love it! and such great detail on both 'verses. I'd call it "about XF" on both sides. Where'd you acquire it?
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Thanks! I won it on CNG. It’s definitely the best condition tetradrachm I have. For what almost uncirculated would look like, check the CNG link in my other comment. Seems to be a possible obverse die match!
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Wow ! Very nice !
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Minted in Susa under the Seleukid Empire somewhere from 305 to 297 BC.
Interestingly enough, I noticed that a very similar (at least on the obverse) tet is up for auction on cng, but it'll definitely command a higher price due to its condition.
Sweet coin! If i'm honest I like yours better then CNG (;
The nice thing about coins with a little more wear is that they look like they’ve circulated and you can imagine the kinds of people who might have handled them thousands of years ago!
Exactly, I share those thoughts! A coin that's slightly worn i'll take any day over an uncirculated example.
Meh. I love unc ancient coins. Straight to the hoard!