Signed Arethousa


Sicily. Syracuse. Dionysios I (405-367 BC). AE Hemilitron. Obverse die signed by the artist Eu(kleidas), c. 405-400 BC. Obv. Head of Arethusa left, wearing necklace and earring, hair in sphendone, traces of letters EY on band; behind, corn-ear. Rev. ΣYPA. Wheel of four spokes, with dolphin in lower quarters. HGC 2 1479; CNS II 21; SNG ANS -; Cf. Boehringer, Münzprägungen pl. III, 25. 4.24 g. 16.00 mm. Attractive classical style; enchanting green-brown patina, a hint of brightness undertone over beautiful metal surfaces. EF/About EF.