SICILY. Syracuse. Philistis, wife of Hieron II (275-215 BC). AR 16-litrai (27mm, 13.18 gm, 12h). NGC Choice XF 4/5 - 2/5. Ca. 240-215/4 BC. Veiled and diademed head of Queen Philistis left, lit torch behind / ΒΑΣΙΛΙΣΣΑΣ / ΦΙΛΙΣΤΙΔΟΣ, Nike driving fast quadriga right; E below. SNG ANS 884. Burnett, Enna Hoard 48. Nicely centered with all details visible, and relatively crisp, despite the wear and softer strike.

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