syracuse-ancient-greek-city-state-sicily-c-405-390-bce-item
DenominationDecadrachm
Country / EmpireSyracuse (Ancient Greek city-state, Sicily)
Obverse DesignQuadriga (four-horse chariot) driven by a charioteer, often crowned by Nike (goddess of victory) flying above. In the exergue, a panoply of arms (military spoils).
Reverse DesignHead of the nymph Arethusa, facing left or right, surrounded by four dolphins. Often signed by the artist Euainetos.
