The Phillips Family Collection of Ancient Greek Coins

Greek Coinages, Syracuse: Tridrachm [15 Litrai], struck under the tyrant Hiketas, c. 285

Obverse: head of Persephone left, wearing crown of barley; amphora behind

Reverse: συρακοσιων: Nike driving fast quadriga left, holding kentron and reigns, star above,

Metal: silver; Attic weight standard; 12.67g/12h

References: Woodward 144, this coin; Du Chastel 99 var. [obv. control mark]; Ashmolean –

Condition: Almost extremely fine, well centred with vibrant iridescent toning; an extremely rare and attractive coin £6,000-£8,000

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

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W.H. Woodward Collection
SNC October 1943 (21773)