The Neale Collection of Ancient Greek Coins

Greek Coinages, Akragas: Tetradrachm, struck c. 410-406 during the defence against Carthage

Obverse: Nymph driving galloping quadriga right, wreath-bearing Nike flying left to crown driver; crab in exergue

Reverse: α[κρα]γαντνων (retrograde): pair of sea eagles standing right, holding down hare, one calling upwards

Metal: silver; Attic weight standard; 17.23g/2h

References: Westermark Pd III.I, 588 [O5/R6]; Lockett –; Rizzo pl. II, 1, same dies

Condition: Struck from dies of magnificent style on a slightly elliptical flan, almost extremely fine with beautiful cabinet toning £40,000-£50,000

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

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