Sicily. Gela. Tetradrachm. Circa 480-470 BC (Silver, 26.13 mm, 16.83 g). Charioteer driving slow biga right, holding kentron and reins; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses. Rev. C-E-Λ - [Α-Σ], Forepart of bearded man-headed bull (river god Gelas) right; all within shallow incuse circle. Jenkins Gela, Group II, 138 (O39/R83). BMC Sicily 65, 3. Buceti 10. HGC 2, 338. Dark iridescent tone. About Very Fine.
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Closing on: 2025-07-20 14:00:00 Roma time
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