Gemini, LLC
Auction 14 18-19 Apr 2018
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Sicily, Syracuse, Agathokles. Tetradrachm.
317-287 BC. Tetradrachm, 16.91g (12h). Syracuse, c. 310-295 BC. Obv: ΚΟPAΣ Head of Kore right, wearing stalk of grain as wreath. Rx: ΑΓΑΘΟΚΛΕΙΟΣ Nike standing right holding hammer and nail, about to fasten helmet to top of trophy before her; in lower left field, triskeles. M. Ierardi, AJN 7-8 (1995-96), p. 64, 214 (O59/R144). Ex Philip T. Ashton Collection. Ex CNG 66, 19 May 2004, lot 148, giving pedigree "From the Ronald Cohen Collection". This is one of the best examples of the late issue of this type. Toned Near Mint State.
317-287 BC. Tetradrachm, 16.91g (12h). Syracuse, c. 310-295 BC. Obv: ΚΟPAΣ Head of Kore right, wearing stalk of grain as wreath. Rx: ΑΓΑΘΟΚΛΕΙΟΣ Nike standing right holding hammer and nail, about to fasten helmet to top of trophy before her; in lower left field, triskeles. M. Ierardi, AJN 7-8 (1995-96), p. 64, 214 (O59/R144). Ex Philip T. Ashton Collection. Ex CNG 66, 19 May 2004, lot 148, giving pedigree "From the Ronald Cohen Collection". This is one of the best examples of the late issue of this type. Toned Near Mint State.