Numismatica Ars Classica
Auction 138 18-19 May 2023
View prices realized
► Sale information
Find similar lots
Messana. As Zankle under the Samians
Tetradrachm circa 420-413, AR 17.15 g. MEΣΣAN Slow biga of mules driven l. by nymph Messana, holding kentron and reins; in exergue, two dolphins snout to snout. Rev. MEΣ – Σ – AN - IO – N Hare springing r.; below, cicada. de Luynes 1019 (these dies). Lockett 824 (these dies). Jameson 650 (these dies). Caltabiano 516.6 (this coin).
Rare and in exceptional condition for this difficult issue. Struck on a very fresh
metal and with an enchanting iridescent tone. Good extremely fine
Ex Hess-Leu sale 2 April 1958, 65. From an Exceptional Collection assembled between the early 70s and late 90s.
Tetradrachm circa 420-413, AR 17.15 g. MEΣΣAN Slow biga of mules driven l. by nymph Messana, holding kentron and reins; in exergue, two dolphins snout to snout. Rev. MEΣ – Σ – AN - IO – N Hare springing r.; below, cicada. de Luynes 1019 (these dies). Lockett 824 (these dies). Jameson 650 (these dies). Caltabiano 516.6 (this coin).
Rare and in exceptional condition for this difficult issue. Struck on a very fresh
metal and with an enchanting iridescent tone. Good extremely fine
Ex Hess-Leu sale 2 April 1958, 65. From an Exceptional Collection assembled between the early 70s and late 90s.