Sicily. Messana. 338-331 BC. Æ Dilitron (14.76g, 9h). Laffaille 59; MAST 42 (this coin). Superb green patina. Perfectly centered and struck. Choice extremely fine. From a European private collection; Münzen & Medaillen 1997 (85) lot 26

This is certainly one of the finest and most elaborate renderings of Poseidon in Greek numismatics. This head shows a serenity that is both noble and majestic while the reverse, with an ornate trident and two dolphins, reminds the viewer of the awe-inspiring might of the sea god.