Syracuse. Tetradrachm circa 478-475, AR 17.31 g. Slow quadriga driven r. by charioteer, holding kentron and reins; above, Nike flying r. to crown horses. Rev. ΣV – RAK – O – Σ – Ι – ΟΝ Pearl-diademed head of Arethusa r., wearing necklace; around, four dolphins swimming clockwise. SNG ANS 63 (these dies). Boehringer 197 (V88/R136). A superb portrait, work of a talented master-engraver, perfectly centred on a large flan with an enchanting old cabinet tone. Unobtrusive die-breaks on reverse, otherwise extremely fine From an old French collection and sold with a French export licence.