SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.81 gms), ca. 317-310 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style. HGC-2, 1348; BAR-issue 2. Obverse: Wreathed head of Arethusa left; three dolphins around; NI below neck; Reverse: Charioteer driving quadriga left; triskeles above; monogram in exergue. A hint of striking weakness is noted on the reverse, with some scattered, even wear throughout, but this elegant specimen also offers a rather alluring iridescent toning highlighting the obverse quite well. From the Robert Feuer Collection.
