SICILY. Siculo-Punic. Entella. AR Tetradrachm (17.00 gms), ca. 320/15-300 B.C. NGC Ch EF★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5. Fine Style. HGC-2, 261; Jenkins-164.9 (O49/R147; this coin); SNG Lockett-1051 (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. Fully deserving of its star designation for stunning eye appeal, this elegant specimen presents superior artistry, enticing cabinet toning, and a well executed and centered strike on each side. From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
