Sicily, Leontini. Tetradrachm; Sicily, Leontini; c. 440-430 BC, Tetradrachm, 17.36g. Boehringer-53, SNG ANS-241. Obv: Head of Apollo l. Rx: LEONTINON around head of lion r.; barley grains above, below and left; bay leaf behind. Master of the Bay Leaf. Ex Sotheby's. Zurich. Sold on the Instructions of Numismatic Fine Arts. October 27-28, 1993, lot 213. Because this coin is so exceptional, although it is not signed, it is noted as "Master of the Bay leaf." This is a relatively scarce image of Apollo, in wonderful condition. Some isolated luster on the obverse, and some flat striking on the highest parts of the lion's jaw from high relief. MS. This lot is part of our 227th Buy or Bid Sale. You can buy at the estimate now or bid lower than our estimate. Lots that have not sold at their estimate before May 14th will be sold to the highest accepted offer at 4pm CT on May 14. Check our web site to see if the lot is still available. If you wish to buy any lot through Biddr, simply bid the estimate. We will get back to you if the item is already sold.