SICILY. Syracuse. Hiketas II, 287-278 BC. AE (Bronze, 20 mm, 8.78 g, 5 h). ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ Head of Kore to left, wearing wreath of grain ears; behind, grain ear. Rev. Charioteer driving fast biga to right, holding goad in his right hand and reins in his left; below, triskeles running right. CNS II, 124 Rs111 ('Agathokles'). HGC 2, 1466. SNG ANS 770-1. A lovely piece of fine style and with an attractive apple green patina. Minor deposits, otherwise, good very fine.
From the T. Frisbie Collection, privately acquired from Classical Numismatic Group in August 2001.
Price realized | 120 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |