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Sicily, Gela.
Silver Didrachm, c. 490/485 – 480/475 BC.
Obverse: Cavalryman, preparing to hurl a spear, riding a horse right.
Reverse: Forepart of man-headed bull charging right, within an incuse circle. E to right.
(SNG ANS 5; Boston 241; Franke-Hirmer 156; HGC 363.)
Good Very Fine.
8.53g.
| Period | c 490/485 - 480/475 BC |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 490/485 - 480/475 BC |
| Coin Group | Ancient Greece |
| Denomination | Didrachm |
| Coin Ruler | Gela |
| Country | Italy and Sicily |
| Coin House | Sicily |
| Metal | Silver |
| References | SNG ANS 5; Boston 241; Franke-Hirmer 156; HGC 363. |
| Weight | 8.53 g |
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