Sicily. Motya. AR Tetradrachm, c. 405-397 BC. Obv. Head of Arethusa left, wearing ampyx and sphendone, triple-pendant earring and pearl necklace; around, four dolphins (of one off flan) swimming in different directions. Rev. Crab within shallow circular incuse, seen from above. HGC 2 923; SNG ANS 501; SNG Cop. 481; Jenkins, Punic 46 (O6/R8); Campana 22; CNP 502. 16.01 g. 25 mm. R. Rare and fascinating issue, with an expressive portrait. Slightly rough surfaces. Well centred. VF.
Ex Artemide LVI, 2021, lot 98.
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