SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-406 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (17.03 gms), ca. 450-440 B.C. NGC VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Brushed. HGC-2, 1311. Obverse: Charioteer driving quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning hoses; in exergue, ketos right; Reverse: Head of Arethousa right, wearing tainia; four dolphins around. Despite the minor brushing, this example features a pleasing tone with solid overall detail remaining.
