Sicily, Hieron II for Queen Philistis. 16 Litrae; Sicily, Hieron II for Queen Philistis; c. 275-215 BC, 16 Litrai, 12.99g. SNG Fitzwilliam-1400, Boston-477. Obv: Diademed and veiled head of Queen Philistis l.; behind, torch upwards. Rx: ??S???SS?S - [F?]??S???[?S] Galloping quadriga driven r. by Nike, E below forelegs of horses. Ex Leo Hirschberg Collection.Some minor imperfections, but still extremely lovely with nice toning
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