SICILY. Syracuse. Hieron II, 275-215 B.C. AE Tetralitron (33.93 gms). CHOICE VERY FINE.
HGC-2, 1546. Obverse: Diademed head left; Reverse: Nike driving galloping biga right; monogram below. A fairly RARE and impressive type, this example exhibits forest green surfaces with some rough patches and pits on the reverse that have a lighter blue-green color. Despite its issues, a great portrait with tremendous detail remaining.
Ex: Christie's New York (6/1988) Lot # 19.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500