Gela

SICILY. Gela. AR Tetradrachm, ca. 465-450 B.C. NGC Ch FINE.

Jenkins-Group III, 207 (O54/R111); HGC-2, 339. Obverse: Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving quadriga right; in background, column with Ionic capital set on plinth of two steps; in exergue, grain ear right; Reverse: Forepart of man-headed bull right. An early type, this example has seen some extensive handling, but nevertheless retains solid detail and boasts a fairly broad flan as well.

Estimate: $700.00 - $1000.00