SICILY. Siculo-Punic. Entella. AR Tetradrachm (17.14 gms), ca. 320/15-300 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 2/5. Fine Style. Light Scratches. HGC-2, 261; Jenkins-162 (O49/R146); SNG Fitzwilliam-1489 (same dies). Obverse: Head of Arethousa left, wearing wreath of grain ears; shell below chin, four dolphins around; Reverse: Head of horse left; palm tree to right, Punic legend below. Though some light scratches are noted in the lower reverse field below the horses head, this engaging specimen nevertheless yields a great centering and artistry of fine style, along with featuring a charming cabinet tone. From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
