Greek Coinages, Leontini: Tetradrachm, struck c. 430

Obverse: laureate head of Apollo left

Reverse: λεοντινου: lion’s head left with tongue protruding; surrounded by three barley grains and one leaf around

Metal: silver; Attic weight standard; 17.36g/2h

References: Boehringer 12.55, same dies; Lockett –; Rizzo pl. XXIV, 4

Condition: Extremely fine, lightly toned over fresh metal £1,500-£1,800

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Neale Collection of Ancient Greek Coins.

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Fischer Auction 1, Hanover, 24 November 2020, lot 13