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Lot 10. Messana AR Tetradrachm, c. 420-413 BC
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Current time: Sunday, May 12th, 09:16:29 CEST
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eAuction #40, Lot 10. Estimate: CHF 1'800.00
Messana, Sicily. AR Tetradrachm (25 mm, 17.02 g), c. 420-413 BC.
Obv. MEΣ-ΣΑΝΑ (retrograde), slow biga of mules right, the standing charioteer holding reins with both his hands, in his right hand, kentron; in exergue, two dolphins.
Rev. Μ-Ε-ΣΣΑΝ-ΙΟ-Ν (retrograde), hare running right, below, dolphin to left.
SNG ANS 363 (same dies); SNG Lockett 825 (same dies).
Excellent style. Ancient flan crack on obverse repaired with silver inlay, otherwise, nicely toned and almost extremely fine.
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