Pre-Long Beach Auction #90

Sicily, Lilybaion. Silver Tetradrachm (17.17 g), ca. 325-305 BC. 'RSMLQRT' in exergue, charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving fast galloping quadriga right; above, Nike flying left, crowning charioteer with wreath. Reverse: Head of Arethusa right, wreathed with grain ears, wearing triple-pendant earring, and necklace; around, four dolphins. Jenkins 68 (O23/R51); SNG ANS -; de Luynes 918 (same dies). Very Rare. Lightly toned and lovely style. Well struck and well centered. Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
Ex Manhattan Sale 3, Jan. 3, 2012, lot 100.