Sicily, Hieron II (275-215), Octobol, Syracuse, c. 230-218 BC; AR (g 5,31; mm 18; h 9); Head of Athena l., wearing crested Corinthian helmet, decorated with a snake; at r., uncertain symbol. Dotted border, Rv. IEPONΩΣ, pegasos flying r., below, Π. SNG Copenhagen -; SNG ANS 868 var.
Rare, old cabinet tone, minor oxidation. Good extremely fine.