SICILY. Syracuse. Hieron II, 275-215 B.C. AR 16 Litrai (Tetradrachm) (13.33 gms), ca. 218/7-214 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style.HGC-2, 1554; BAR Issue-65. Obverse: Diademed and veiled bust left; torch to right; Reverse: Nike driving quadriga right; E below. A lovely example of this ever popular type, yielding impressive strike, and escaping the faults that are often seen. Deserving of a premium bid from any specialist seeking an impressive example.To view all items from the Peter Jones M.D. Collection, click <a href="https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/lots?sort=auction_date_lot_number_asc&search=From+the+Peter+Jones+M.D.+Collection.&limit=96&lots_range=upcoming"> here.</a>From the Peter Jones M.D. Collection (<em>Greek Coin Art </em>pg. 43; #2419). <p>Ex: Kunker 273 (3/2016) Lot # 177. <p>Ex: Kunker 26 (3/1994) Lot # 583. <p>Ex: Munzen und Medaillen list (1983) Lot # 31. <p>
