SICILY. Syracuse. Philistis, wife of Hieron II (275-215 BC). AR 16 litrai (26mm, 13.16 gm, 3h). NGC (photo-certificate) Choice AU 4/5 - 2/5, Fine Style, overstruck. Ca. 240-215/4 BC. Veiled and diademed head of Queen Philistis left; wreath to right / ΒΑΣΙΛΙΣΣΑΣ / ΦΙΛΙΣΤΙΔΟΣ, Nike driving walking quadriga right; Φ above. HGC 2, 1556. SNG ANS 872-874. From the Morris Collection. Ex Classical Numismatic Group/Seaby Coins, private sale with old tag.
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Price realized | 2'800 USD |
Starting price | 350 USD |
Estimate | 700 USD |