Lot 2050
Sicily, Syracuse, c. 405-400 BC. Silver Decadrachm (41.87 g). Unsigned dies in style of Euainetos. Charioteer driving fast quadriga left, holding kentron in right hand, reins in left; Nike flying right above and crowning charioteer; below heavy exergual line, a cuirass, shield, greaves, helmet, and horizontal spear. Reverse: Head of Arethusa left, wearing necklace and single-drop earring, raised dot before neck, surrounded by four dolphins. Gallatin R.XXI I/ J.VIA. Dies of exceptional style, with none of the usual rust. Attractively toned. Unobtrusive die break running across Arethusa's cheek. Superb Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $17,500 - 20,000.
Ex Triton IX (11 January 2006), lot 703.
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