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Sicily, Syracuse. Hieron II. 274-216 BC. Gold Decadrachm (4.32 g) or 60 Litrai. Wreathed head of Perse-

phone left, wearing triple-pendant earring and necklace. Rev. Charioteer in galloping biga left, holding

kentron in right hand and reins in left; monogram below horses. Elegant style. Well struck in high relief

and free from die rust. Luster still present. Extremely Fine.

$4,000

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Kingdom of Thrace, Lysimachos, Silver Tetradrachm (16.99 g, 12h). 323-281 BC. Mint of Lampsakos,

c. 297-281 B.C. Diademed head of Alexander the Great facing right, wearing the horn of Ammon. Rev.

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IMAXOY, Athena enthroned left, holding Nike and resting her left elbow on a shield

set at her side; behind her rests a spear, herm and a monogram on left (Thompson 59; Müller 88). Light

toning with iridescence, an excellent portrait struck on a broad flan, a few very light marks, Extremely

Fine.

$6,000

Purchased from Bank Leu, Zurich, in the early 1970s

Ex Wolfen Family Foundation

Ex Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Auction 72, 5 February 2013, lot 4060.