syracuse-sicily-ancient-greek-city-state-circa-405-390-bce-kimon-400-390-bce-euainetos-item
DenominationDecadrachm
Country / EmpireSyracuse, Sicily (Ancient Greek city-state)
Obverse DesignCharioteer (auriga) driving a quadriga (four-horse chariot) galloping left, crowned by Nike (Victory) flying above. Often a panoply (armor) in the exergue. Engraver's signature (KIMΩN or EYAINETO) typically present.
Reverse DesignHead of the nymph Arethusa, facing left or right, surrounded by four dolphins. Legend: ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ (SYRAKOSION - 'of the Syracusans'). Engraver's signature sometimes present.
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