

Sicily. Syracuse. Second Democracy (466-405 BC). AR Tetradrachm, c. 440-430 BC. Obv. Charioteer, holding kentron in right hand and reins in both, driving fast (semplified) quadriga left; above, Nike flying right, [crowning charioteer with wreath held in both hands]; in exergue, ketos left. Rev. ΣYPAKOΣION. Head of Arethousa right, hair tied back, wearing small hook earring and necklace; A behind neck, four dolphins around. HGC 2 1315; Boehringer 597; SNG ANS 195. 17.19 g. 28.00 mm. Fine style. Good VF.