Greek Coinages, Syracuse: Stater, struck under Agathokles as king, c. 304-289

Obverse: helmeted head of Athena left, wearing Corinthian helmet over leather cap,

Reverse: Pegasos flying left, triskeles below

Metal: silver; reduced Corinthian standard; 6.44g/2h

References: Calciati 17; Du Chastel 135 var. [bust direction]; Ashmolean 2082-4

Condition: Fields marked, good very fine, toned £400-£500

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

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Bt Seaby, June 1945