Davissons Ltd.
E-Auction 46 17 May 2023
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SICILY. Messana. 310-288 B.C. Æ litra. 6.71 gm. 20 mm. Wreathed head of the nymph Pelorias left wearing pendant earring; two dolphins before, ΠΕΛΩΡΙΑΣ behind / Nude warrior (Pheraimon?) advancing left, wearing crested helmet, holding round shield and spear; ΜΕΣΣΑΝΙΩΝ. HGC 2, 834. CNS I, 22. SNG ANS 394-395. Very Fine; well centered; pleasing glossy green patina. Rare.