SICILY. Leontini. AR Tetradrachm (17.04 gms), ca. 455-430 B.C. NGC EF★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5. Fine Style.
HGC-2, 667; Boehringer-46 (same dies); SNG ANS-245 (same dies). Obverse: Laureate head of Apollo right; Reverse: Head of roaring lion right; four barley grains around. Rather well centered and struck on a nicely toned flan of good metal, this wholesome example is undoubtedly deserving of its star and "fine style" designation for exceptional artistic quality.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000