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Arabia, Imitating Abiel; 1st Century BC or later, Tetradrachm, 15.79g. van Alfen-134 (these dies). Obv: Stylized head of Herakles r., lionskin headdress rendered in herringbone pattern; pellet on cheek. Rx: Enthroned figure l., supporting horse on outstretched arm; trident behind, stylized palm tree before. Exceptional quality; perhaps among the finest known.This coin is an extremely interesting type that normally never comes in such high quality. Black patination with incredible detail. The style is clearly imitating the coins of Alexander the Great. Mint State