Sicily, Syracuse, Agathocles (317-289 BC), silver Tetradrachm, wreathed head of Arethusa left, three dolphins around, ΦΙ below neck, rev. ΣVPAKOΣION, charioteer holding kentron and reins, driving fast quadriga left, triskeles above, AI monogram in exergue, 17.12g, 5h (Ierardi, AJN 7-8, 72 (O13/R46); SNG ANS 643, this obverse die). Cabinet tone, about extremely fine.
Provenance:
Bought CNG Auction 54, 14 June 2000, lot 386
Estimate: £1,500-1,800