Lot 1473
Sicily. Gela, c. 405-380 BC. Gold Litra (0.9 g). Extremely Rare! Forepart of galloping horse right, with bridle and tight rein. Reverse: Head of goddess Sosipolis left, hair in sphendone; ΣΩΣIΠOΛIΣ at left. Jenkins Gela 491; SNG Lloyd 980. Evidence of clashing or die breaking over name on reverse. Superb sharp strike, and equally superb art. A wonderful coin. Virtually Mint State.
Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,500.
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| Realized $3,335 |
