Astarte

Web Auction 5  –  12 May 2024

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Astarte, Web Auction 5

Ancient and World Coins, Medals

Su, 12.05.2024, from 4:00 PM CEST
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SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 24.48 mm, 17.24 g) circa 430-420 BC. Charioteer driving slow quadriga right, holding reins with both hands, Nike above flying left and crowning him. Rev. [ΣΥΡΑΚΟ]ΣΙΩΝ above. Head of Arethusa right, hair tied in spiralling band, wearing earring and necklace, four dolphins swimming around in opposite directions. Boehringer 677 (V339/R461). HGC 2, 1321. Light toning. Slightly out of flan. Obverse from broken die and minor lack of metal. An interesting piece with a fascinating bust type. Good Very Fine.

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