SICILY. Syracuse. Timoleon & The Third Democracy, ca. 345-317 B.C. AR Stater (8.68 gms), 344-339/8 B.C. NGC MS★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style. HGC-2, 1400; Pegasi-2; SNG ANS-494-507. Obverse: Pegasos flying left; Reverse: Helmeted head of Athena right. Presenting exceptional eye appeal that is almost unmatched on ancient issues, this dazzling, amazing issue offers a majestic blend of high relief, lustrous brilliance, and attractive iridescent toning. Wholly worthy of its star and "fine style" designations, it is rather difficult to imagine the heights to which this <strong>VERY RARE</strong> specimen --one that is so captivating--could soar.