Up for sale is an attractive tetradrachm of Antiochus III, struck in high relief. The coin looks even better in hand.

Obverse: Diademed head of Antiochus III right

Reverse: Apollo seated left on omphalos, testing arrow and resting hand on bow; monogram in left field

References: HGC 9, 447u; SC 1044.1

This piece carries excellent provenance, making it especially desirable for collectors:

1. Ex Cookie Family Collection

2. Ex Gemini Auction XI (January 2014), Lot 260

3. Comes with the original dealer ticket

NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.