SICILY. Kamarina. AR Tetradrachm (16.75 gms), ca. 425-405 B.C. NGC VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style. Flan Flaw. HGC-2, 526 (same dies as illustration); Westermark & Jenkins-152.15 (O10/R19) = Jameson-525a (this coin); BMC-13 (same dies); SNG ANS-1204 (same obv. die). Obverse: Athena, holding kentron and reins, driving quadriga right; above, crowning Nike flying left; two amphorai in exergue; Reverse: Head of Herakles left, wearing lion skin; bow to left. An ambitious and highly impressive piece of ancient art, this specimen features a charming cabinet tone and an overall well centered strike. Exceptionally alluring and appealing. From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.<p>Ex: Robert Jameson Collection, # 525a.<p>Ex: G. Duruflé Collection.
