SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-406 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (17.18 gms), ca. 415-405 B.C.
Tudeer-17; SNG ANS-255. RARE. Unsigned work by the artist Sosion. Fast quadriga driven left by charioteer, Nike above flying right, crowning driver, two dolphins in exergue; Reverse: Diademed head of Arethusa left, legend and four dolphins around. Great centering on a somewhat compact planchet. Nice surfaces with honest wear at the high points of the devices. NGC VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
Ex: R.H. Collection, Classical Numismatic Group Auction 100, October 2015, Lot #1284.
Ex: Giessener Munzhandlung sale #56, October 1991, Lot #107.
Estimate: $2500.00- $3500.00