Syracuse.
Double decadrachm or 100 litrae circa 305-289, AV 5.70 g. Head of Athena r., wearing crested Corinthian helmet decorated with a griffin, and pearl necklace. Rev. AΓAΘOKΛEOΣ / BAΣIΛEOΣ Winged thunderbolt; beneath, T. de Luynes 1336 (this reverse die). Gulbenkian 339 (this reverse die). Bérend, Studies Price pl. 9, 6 (these dies). BAR issue 29.
In exceptional condition for the issue. Of fine style and perfectly struck in high relief.
Minor contact marks, otherwise virtually as struck and almost Fdc
Ex Ludwig Grabow Munzhandlung sale 9 June 1930, 214. From an Exceptional Collection assembled between the early 70s and late 90s.
Graded Ch AU Strike 5/5 Surface 3/5, Fine style, brushed, NCG certification number 6558857-001
Price realized | 16'000 CHF |
Starting price | 6'000 CHF |
Estimate | 7'500 CHF |