Greek Coinages, Syracuse: Tetradrachm, struck under the Second Democracy, c. 450

Obverse: quadriga stepping slowly right, charioteer holding reins in both hands; wreath-bearing Nike flying right above to crown horses; ketos in exergue

Reverse: συρακοσιον: head of Arethusa right, hair bound up with cord, wearing pendant earring and pearled necklace; framed by four dolphins around

Metal: silver; Attic weight standard; 17.23g/4h

References: Boehringer 546 [V277/R378]; Rizzo pl. XXXVII, 10; Ashmolean 1972

Condition: Compact flan, very fine, reverse better £600-£800

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Phillips Family Collection of Ancient Greek Coins.

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Bt L.S. Forrer, August 1949