Sicily, Syracuse. Philistis, wife of Hieron II. Silver 16 Litrai (13.24 g), 275-215 BC. Under Hieron II, ca. 218/7-215 BC. Diademed and veiled head of Philistis left. rev. [BA]ΣIΛIΣΣAΣ ΦIΛIΣTIΔOΣ, Nike, holding reins, driving slow quadriga right; in right field, A. CCO 213 (D21/R19); BAR issue 65; SNG ANS 876 (same dies). Underlying luster present. Nearly Mint State. Estimated Value $2,500
From the Dionysus Collection.