SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy , 466-405 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 25 mm, 17.35 g, 11 h), circa 450-440. Charioteer driving quadriga walking to right, holding goad in his right hand and the reins in both; above, Nike flying right to crown the horses; in exergue, ketos to right. Rev. ΣYRAKOΣI-O-N Diademed head of Arethusa to right, wearing pendant earring and pearl necklace; around, four dolphins swimming right. Boehringer 582 (V289/R395). SNG ANS 188. A nicely toned example of charming style. Very light die rust on the obverse , otherwise, very fine.
From an Austrian collection, formed prior to the 1990s.
Price realized | 1'500 CHF |
Starting price | 500 CHF |