Greek Coinages, Syracuse: Tetradrachm, struck under the second democracy c. 420-15, signed work of the artist A–

Obverse: quadriga stepping slowly right, charioteer holding kentron and reins; wreath-bearing Nike flying left above to crown driver

Reverse: συρακοσιον: head of Arethusa right, her hair in sakkos decorated with band of meander pattern, wearing hook-shaped earring and plain necklace; signature [a] just below ear; framed by four dolphins around

Metal: silver; Attic weight standard; 17.19g/9h

References: Boehringer 706 [V346/R480]; Rizzo pl. XL, 10; Ashmolean 1989, same dies

Condition: Very fine, the portrait considerably better and of superb style; light grey tone £700-£900

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

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SNC February 1941 (6261)