SICILY. Syracuse. Hieron II, 275-215 B.C. AE Litra, 263-218 B.C. NGC Ch VF.
HGC-2, 1550. Obverse: Head of Poseidon left, wearing tainia; Reverse: Ornamented trident head; downward dolphin to left and right, Θ to lower left, Φ to lower right. A fantastic survivor, this specimen presents a rather expressive portrait of the God of the Seas, while the reverse offers solid overall detail as well.
From the Poseidon Collection.
Estimate: $60 - $100