

Sicily. Syracuse. Hiketas II (287-278 BC). AE Litra, c. 283-279 BC. Obv. [ΔΙΟΣ ΕΛΛΑΝΙΟΥ] Youthful head of Zeus Hellanios right. Rev. ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ. Eagle standing left on thunderbolt, with wings spread; monogram to left. CNS II 157; HGC 2 1449; SNG ANS 813. 9.50 g. 22.00 mm. R. Rare. Dark green brown patina, with lighter spots. Good VF.