CVC & Collectables presents a large bronze AE Dilitron (AE Drachm) of Syracuse under Dionysios I, certified NGC Very Fine. Classic Athena/“star between dolphins” type with strong detail; NGC notes smoothing on the holder.
Coin Highlights
- Maker: Sicily, Syracuse (under Dionysios I)
- Date: Early 4th Century BC
- Catalog: SNG ANS 5, 454; HGC 2, 1436
- Metal: AE (bronze)
- Grade: NGC Very Fine (holder notes: smoothing)
- Weight: 28–30 g (per type)
- Obverse: Head of Athena left, wearing Corinthian helmet decorated with wreath
- Reverse: Star between two dolphins
- Type: AE Dilitron / AE Drachm (large module)
Collectibility:
Sought after for its imposing size and iconic Syracusan imagery. In NGC VF, this example offers pleasing detail and a complete type—ideal for Greek bronze specialists or a showcase anchor for a Sicily tray.
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