Greek Coinages, Sicily: Tetradrachm, struck by the ‘people of the camp’, perhaps at Entella, c. 350-20

Obverse: head of Tanit left, wearing crown of barley, triple-pendant earring and pearled necklace; framed by three dolphins around

Reverse: horse prancing right, palm tree behind

Metal: silver; Attic weight standard; 17.27g/3h

References: Jenkins 130a, this coin [O43/R117]; Lockett 1035; Ashmolean –

Condition: Extremely fine and beautifully toned over excellent surfaces; the reverse a little weak, otherwise a very attractive coin £2,000-£2,600

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

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Ars Classica Auction XVI, Lucerne, 3 July 1933, lot 932
SNC July 1941 (9362)