Greek Coins
Syracuse
Tetradrachm unsigned work by Eukleidas, circa 405-367, AR 17.32 g. Fast quadriga driven l. by charioteer holding reins and kentron ; above, Nike flying r., carrying in one hand a wreath to crown him. In exergue, corn ear. Rev. [ΣY] – PAKOΣI – ΩN Head of Arethusa l., wearing sphendone and ampyx ornamented with stars; around, four dolphins. Boston 419 (these dies). Du Chastel 81 (these dies). Gulbenkian 296 (these dies). Dewing 852 (these dies). Tudeer 87.
Very rare and in exceptional condition for this difficult issue. Of lovely
style and with an enchanting old cabinet tone. Extremely fine Ex Leu 15, 1976, 115 and Goldberg 72, 2013, 4024 sales. From the Dr. J.H. Judd and Wolfen family foundation collections.