Sicily, Hieron II. ; Sicily, Hieron II; 275-215 BC, AE 26.5, 17.27g. Calciati-195 Ds 18 R1 33; Sear-1221 var. Obv: Diademed head of king l., club behind. Rx: IEONOS in exergue, Helmeted horseman r. holding spear, TI below horse's forelegs. Ex CNG 94, 18 September 2013, lot 131, Demetrios Armounta Collection; ex Berk 127, 25 June 2002, lot 518, Moretti Collection.Magnificent portrait of the magnificent king of Syracuse. Green patina. Some tiny areas of porosity on reverse. EF
Estimate: $1200