Sicily, Leontini. Tetradrachm; Sicily, Leontini; c. 440-430 BC, Tetradrachm, 17.36g. Boehringer-53, SNG ANS-241. Obv: Head of Apollo l. Rx: LEONTINON around head of lion r.; barley grains above, below and left; bay leaf behind. Master of the Bay Leaf. Ex Sotheby's. Zurich. Sold on the Instructions of Numismatic Fine Arts. October 27-28, 1993, lot 213.Because this coin is so exceptional, although it is not signed, it is noted as "Master of the Bay leaf." This is a relatively scarce image of Apollo, in wonderful condition. Some isolated luster on the obverse, and some flat striking on the highest parts of the lion's jaw from high relief. MS
Price realized | 9'500 USD |
Starting price | 8'125 USD |
Estimate | 12'500 USD |