REPRODUCTIONS, SICILY. Syracuse. Dionysios I. 405-367 BC. Cast “AR Tetradrachm” (28mm, 16.85 g, 12h). Derived from a British Museum electrotype of Robert Ready (R R on edge). As made.Electronic Auction 531 – Session 2 Electrotypes & Reproductions, Silver Sold For $ 325. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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REPRODUCTIONS, SICILY. Syracuse. Dionysios I. 405-367 BC. Cast “AR Tetradrachm” (28mm, 16.85 g, 12h). Derived from a British Museum electrotype of Robert Ready (R R on edge). Demeter, holding torch, driving fast quadriga left; above, Nike advancing right, preparing to crown her with laurel wreath held in both hands; in exergue, grain ear lying left / Head of Athena facing slightly left, wearing ornate crested helmet and necklace; ΣYPAK-OΣIΩN and four dolphins around; bowl of helmet inscribed EVK ΛEIΔ. Head, Guide, Period III.C. 31; GPCG pl. 17, 69. Toned. As made. Rare type. |