

Sicily. Messana. AR Tetradrachm, circa 455-451 BC. Obv. Charioteer driving slow biga of mules right; above, Nike flying right, crowning mules with wreath; leaf with fruit in exergue. Rev. MESSANION. Hare springing right, D above. SNG ANS 335 var. SNG Cop. 394 var.. 17.32 g. 28 mm. R. Rare and good example. Struck on broad flan. Rough surfaces. VF.
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