

Sicily. Gela. AR Tetradrachm, c. 420-415 BC. Obv. Slow quadriga driven right by charioteer, holding kentron and reins; [above, Nike flying right to crown the horses]; in exergue, heron right. Rev. Γ - [E] - Λ - A - Σ. Forepart of man-headed bull right. SNG ANS 89; SNG Fitzwilliam 996; Jenkins 466. 16.96 g. 26.00 mm. RR. Very rare. Obverse slightly off centre. Lovely light iridescent cabinet tone. VF/Good VF.