SICILY, Syracuse. Second Democracy. 466-405 BC. Electrotype “Tetradrachm” (24mm, 15.97 g, 2h). British Museum electrotype (marked with ligate MB on reverse).Electronic Auction 472 Electrotypes, Silver Sold For $ 180. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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SICILY, Syracuse. Second Democracy. 466-405 BC. Electrotype “Tetradrachm” (24mm, 15.97 g, 2h). British Museum electrotype (marked with ligate MB on reverse). Nike as charioteer, holding reins in both hands, driving fast quadriga right; above, Nike flying left, crowning charioteer with laurel wreath held in her extended right hand; in exergue, dolphin and Skylla, holding trident, swimming right, EVΘ before / Head of Arethousa left, wearing wreath of grain ears, and necklace with lion head pendant; EVMENO-V below neck; four dolphins around. Head, Guide –; cf. BM no. 1946,0101.1381 (for prototype). Toned. As made. |