SICILY. Tauromenion. AV Trihemiobol (1/8 Stater) (1.00 gms), ca. 214-212 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
HGC-2, 1572; SNG ANS-1120. Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right; to left, serpent-entwined omphalos; Reverse: Tripod. This rather SCARCE fractional issue features a great strike with solid brilliance remaining and very little in the way of handling. Wholesome and entirely charming.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Coin Galleries (4/2000) Lot # 4.
Estimate: $3000 - $5000