By: Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc.
lot # 2295 - ancient greek coinage
Sicily, Messana. Silver Tetradrachm (16.8 g), 412-408 BC. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving biga of bules left; above, Nike flying right, crowning charioteer with wreath, and holding fillet. Reverse MEΣΣANION, hare springing right; below, hippocamp left. Caltabiano series XVA, 599 (D215/R231); SNG ANS 380 (same dies); SNG Lloyd 1108 (same dies); SNG Lockett 833 (same dies); Rizzo pl. XXVII, 1 (same dies). Delectely toned and excellent metal. Superb Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $7,000 - 9,000.
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