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Sicily, Messana, c. 425-421 BC. AR Tetradrachm (17.45 g). Biga of mules driven right by city goddess Messana; in exergue, an olive leaf and berry. Reverse: Hare bounding right; below, fly. Caltabiano 479 (these dies); SNG ANS 375 (these dies). Traces of mint luster underlying old cabinet toning. Superb Extremely Fine. In addition to Philip II of Macedon being victorious in the ancient Greek Olympic Games, another ruler, the tyrant Anaxilas of Messana, was a winner. In 480 BC, Anaxilas drove his mule team to place in the event. Estimated Value $17,000 - 20,000. Categories: Ancient Coins
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