SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-406 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.70 gms), ca. 430-420 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Fine Style.
HGC-2, 1319; Boehringer-645 (V327/R444); SNG ANS-210 (same dies). Obverse: Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving quadriga right; above, crowning Nike flying right; Reverse: Head of Arethousa right, wearing ampyx and sakkos decorated with maiander pattern; four dolphins around. Though some die rust and roughness are noted on the obverse, this highly engaging specimen presents a fairly bold and well executed reverse.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $1000 - $2000