SICILY. Messana. AR Tetradrachm (17.29 gms), ca. 480-462/1 B.C. NGC VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Flan Flaw, Scratches. HGC-2, 779; Caltabiano-Unlisted (D103/R95 - unlisted die combination); SNG ANS-314-20. Obverse: Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving biga of mules right; olive leaf in exergue; Reverse: Hare springing right. Some minor marks scattered about are noted, but this example offers a particularly bold strike, especially on the obverse. From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
