Sicily. Messana. Tetradrachm. Circa 480-461 BC (Silver, 26.25 mm, 17.35 g). Charioteer driving mule biga right, holding kentrum and reins; in exergue, laurel leaf. Rev. MESSE - N – IO - N, Hare springing right. Caltabiano Series III, 123 (O65/R65). SNG ANS 317. SNG München 628. Rizzo pl. XXV, 8. Buceti 24b. HGC 2, 779. Old cabinet toning. Struck with worn dies, and possibly traces of overstricking on reverse. Good Very Fine.
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