SICILY. Catane. AR Tetradrachm (16.88 gms), ca. 412-403 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style.
Gulbenkian-187 (same dies); BMC-2.45,27. VERY RARE. Charioteer driving fast quadriga left, Nike above flying right, crowning charioteer, "H" in exergue (Engraver's signature); Reverse: Youthful male head of river-god Amenanos. Great strike with lovely toning and underlying luster. Minor horn silver present that is barely noticeable. Of fine style and a lovely example of classical art. NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style.
Ex: Gorny & Mosch Sale #219 03/2014, Lot #34.
Ex: Harlan J. Berk Sale 03/1995, Lot #14.
Estimate: $12000.00- $15000.00