Catana

Drachm unsigned by Euainetos circa 405, AR 19 mm, 4.08 g. [KA]TANAIΩN Fast quadriga driven r. by charioteer, holding kentron and reins; above, Nike flying l. to crown him. Rev. Diademed head l. of river-god Amenanos; at either side, two fish and below chin, crayfish. Above, AMENANOΣ. Rizzo pl. XIV, 8 (this obverse die). SNG ANS 1263. SNG Lloyd 908. AMB 335.
Very rare and in exceptional condition for the issue, undoubtedly among the finest
specimens known. A portrait of enchanting beauty, the work of a celebrated and
skilled master-engraver. Perfectly centred on a very large flan and with
a lovely light iridescent tone. Extremely fine

Ex Leu 45, 1988, 35 and Leu 81, 2011, 73 sales.