Benefactor robinjojo Posted June 1, 2022 · Benefactor Benefactor Share Posted June 1, 2022 I just photographed this coin today, although it has been in the collection for several years. Such is the backlog. I know that I need to be more proactive taking snaps, and I'll try. This owl is interesting because of the two monograms: the Qatabanian royal monogram on the reverse, to the right of the owl, which does appear on other owls of this type. On the obverse, specifically on the neck guard, is another monogram, which I have not been able identify. I assume that it must be comprised of a combination of Qatabanian characters, possibly a "g", with another character above it. Here's the coin. There are some corrosion spots, but the overall condition is pretty nice for this crude type. Arabia, Qataban, tetradrachm, circa 350-300 BC. Van Alfen, Studies, Type QI.C, unlisted variety (monogram on obverse); CAF 1.Oa4 variety (same); Huth -; HGC 10. 707. 16.42 grams Any thoughts? Thanks! 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benefactor robinjojo Posted June 1, 2022 · Benefactor Author Benefactor Share Posted June 1, 2022 Actually I think the Qataban characters is a "d", not a "g". 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alegandron Posted June 2, 2022 · Supporter Share Posted June 2, 2022 You have the coolest set of Owls @robinjojo! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benefactor robinjojo Posted June 2, 2022 · Benefactor Author Benefactor Share Posted June 2, 2022 1 hour ago, Alegandron said: You have the coolest set of Owls @robinjojo! Thanks! I have quite a few imitative owls than need more research. I'm learning as I go along. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benefactor robinjojo Posted June 2, 2022 · Benefactor Author Benefactor Share Posted June 2, 2022 BTW: krispupis found another Qataban owl with the obverse monogram on acsearch.com, sold by CNG: https://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=2461415 According to CNG the monogram is mq in South Arabian. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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