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Leu Numismatik AG - Auction 15, Lot 21
SICILY. Gela. Circa 490/85-480/75 BC. Didrachm (Silver, 23 mm, 8.84 g, 8 h). Nude bearded warrior riding horse to right, brandishing spear with his right hand and holding reins in his left. Rev. ΣAΛƎϽ Forepart of the river-god Gelas, in the form of a man-headed bull, to right; all within shallow round incuse. BMC 16 (same reverse die). BMFA 243. Hunterian 9 (same dies). Jenkins, Gela, 44.2 (this coin, O13'/R19). SNG ANS 7 (same dies). Beautifully toned and with a wonderful reverse. The obverse... | 1 Jun 2024 | Upcoming
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Leu Numismatik AG - Auction 15, Lot 22
SICILY. Gela. Circa 450-440 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 27 mm, 16.78 g, 6 h). Charioteer, holding reins with both hands and kentron in his right, driving slow quadriga to right; above, Nike flying right to crown the horses; in exergue, palmette with tendrils. Rev. CΕΛΑ[Σ] Forepart of the river-god Gelas, in the form of a man-headed bull, to right. Boston MFA 247 (same dies). Gulbenkian 198 (same dies). Jenkins, Gela, 357.23 (this coin, O69/R142). McClean 2255 (same dies). Morgan 112 (this coin). ... | 1 Jun 2024 | Upcoming
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Leu Numismatik AG - Auction 15, Lot 25
SICILY. Selinos. Circa 455-440 BC. Didrachm (Silver, 21 mm, 8.92 g, 2 h). Σ-E-ΛI-[N-ON]T-IOΣ Herakles standing right, holding club overhead in his right hand, preparing to strike the Cretan Bull, leaping right, which he holds by the horn with his left. Rev. HY-ΨAΣ The river god Hypsas standing front, head to left, holding olive branch in his left hand and phiale in his right, from which he pours libation over a serpent-entwined altar decorated with a laurel branch to left; to right, heron walk... | 1 Jun 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 30
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, GELA.
Silver didrachm, circa 490-475 BC.
Obv: horseman riding right, preparing to cast javelin. Rev: forepart of man-headed bull right; CΕΛΑΣ below; all within circular incuse.
Good Very Fine.
Reference: BMC-19; SNG ANS-11; HGC 2-363.
Provenance: from the Euclidean Collection.
Die Axis: 10h.
Diameter: 19 mm.
Weight: 8.77 g.
Composition: Silver.
PLEASE NOTE: 20% Buyer Premium + VAT on this lot. No other fees, including live bidding. Delivery cost will be added to ... | 30 May 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 31
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, GELA.
Silver didrachm, circa 490-475 BC.
Obv: horseman riding right, preparing to cast javelin. Rev: forepart of man-headed bull right; CΕΛΑΣ below; all within circular incuse.
Good Very Fine; a strong example.
Reference: BMC-19; SNG ANS-11; HGC 2-363.
Provenance: from the Euclidean Collection.
Die Axis: 5h.
Diameter: 20 mm.
Weight: 8.71 g.
Composition: Silver.
PLEASE NOTE: 20% Buyer Premium + VAT on this lot. No other fees, including live bidding. Delivery cost ... | 30 May 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 32
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, GELA.
Silver tetradrachm, circa 480-470 BC.
Obv: charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving walking quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath. Rev: forepart of man-headed bull right; CEΛAΣ around.
About Extremely Fine; small flan flaw and test cut on obv., otherwise a lovely example with blue iridescence around devices.
Reference: SNG ANS-24; HGC 2-338.
Provenance: from the Euclidean Collection; acquired from Den of Antiquity.
Die Axi... | 30 May 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 33
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, GELA.
Bronze tetras, circa 420-405 BC.
Obv: bull butting left; ΓEΛAΣ above, three pellets (mark of value) below. Rev: head of river-god Gelas right.
About Extremely Fine.
Reference: CNS-7-8; HGC 2-379.
Provenance: from the Euclidean Collection; ex Italo Vecchi Collection, Roma Numismatics, E-Live Auction 5 (27/09/2022), lot 172.
Die Axis: 10h.
Diameter: 17 mm.
Weight: 3.85 g.
Composition: Bronze.
PLEASE NOTE: 20% Buyer Premium + VAT on this lot. No other fees, inclu... | 30 May 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 45
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, SELINOS.
Silver didrachm, circa 455-440 BC.
Obv: Herakles standing right, holding club overhead, preparing to strike the Cretan Bull standing right in background, which he holds by a horn; ΣEΛIИOTIOИ around. Rev: river god Hypsas standing left, holding branch and phiale from which he sacrifices over serpent-entwined altar to left; to right, selinon leaf above heron walking right; HYΨ-AΣ above. Extremely Fine; a beautiful specimen with attractive golden iridescence thro... | 30 May 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 55
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, SYRACUSE. temp. Agathokles.
Bronze ae26, 317-289 BC.
Obv: head of Persephone left, wearing wreath of grain ears; ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ before, uncertain control behind. Rev: bull butting left; dolphin and AI above, dolphin below.
Very Fine.
Reference: SNG ANS-5613; HGC 2-1444.
Provenance: from the Euclidean Collection; ex collection of a Photographer, Roma Numismatics, E-Sale 64 (28/11/2019), lot 191.
Die Axis: 4h.
Diameter: 24 mm.
Weight: 13.60 g.
Composition: Bronze.
PLEASE ... | 30 May 2024 | Upcoming
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The Coin Cabinet Ltd. - The Euclidean Collection - Part 2, Lot 59
MAGNA GRAECIA. SICILY, SYRACUSE. temp. Hieron II.
Bronze ae18, circa 274-216 BC.
Obv: wreathed head of Persephone left; ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ before, cornucopiae behind. Rev: bull butting left; club and N above, IE in exergue.
Very Fine.
Reference: CNS II-199; HGC 2-1497.
Provenance: from the Euclidean Collection; ex collection of Z.P., Austria, Roma Numismatics Ltd, E-Sale 90 (18/11/2021), lot 139.
Die Axis: 10h.
Diameter: 18 mm.
Weight: 4.85 g.
Composition: Bronze.
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Classical Numismatic Group - Auction 126, Lot 51
SICILY, Gela. Circa 490/85-480/75 BC. AR Didrachm (19.5mm, 8.53 g, 12h). Horseman riding right, preparing to cast javelin / Forepart of man-headed bull right within circular incuse. Jenkins, Gela, Group Ib, 60 (O18/R26); HGC 2, 363. Toned, struck with worn obverse die, minor flan flaws on reverse. VF.
From the Weise Collection, purchased 11 November 2001.
Estimate: 1000 USD... | 28 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Classical Numismatic Group - Auction 126, Lot 52
SICILY, Gela. Circa 480/75-475/70 BC. AR Tetradrachm (24.5mm, 17.42 g, 6h). Charioteer driving quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses / Forepart of man-headed bull right. Jenkins, Gela, Group IIa, 110 (O33/R64); HGC 2, 338; Randazzo 21 (same dies). Toned, light porosity, faint scratches, flan flaw at edge on obverse. VF.
From the Wild Rose Collection. Ex Roma IX (22 March 2015), lot 73; Roma VI (29 September 2013), lot 371.
Estimate: 1500 USD... | 28 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Classical Numismatic Group - Auction 126, Lot 53
SICILY, Gela. Circa 480/75-475/70 BC. AR Tetradrachm (24mm, 17.28 g, 8h). Charioteer driving quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses / Forepart of man-headed bull right. Jenkins, Gela, Group IIb, 126 (O36/R77); HGC 2, 338; SNG ANS 30 (same dies). Toned, a few die breaks on obverse. VF.
Ex Classical Numismatic Group 91 (19 September 2012), lot 61.
Estimate: 1500 USD... | 28 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Classical Numismatic Group - Auction 126, Lot 57
SICILY, "Mamar". Circa 409-403 BC. Æ Hemilitron (21mm, 7.79 g, 7h). Forepart of man-headed bull left; [MA]-M-A-P around / Winged nymph advancing left, holding bandage(?); star to left, five pellets (mark of value) around. Campana 1; MSP I 45 (same dies); CNS –; HGC 2, –; SNG Copenhagen 1072; BMC 1. Glossy dark green patina with spots of red, some light scratches. VF. Very rare.
Ex Martinez Collection (Classical Numismatic Group 120, 11 May 2022), lot 57; Astarte X (12 December 2002), lot 302... | 28 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61375, Lot 25018
Ancients
SICILY. Herbessus. Ca. 339-325 BC. AE drachm (27mm, 19.32 gm, 10h). NGC VF★ 4/5 - 3/5, Fine Style, overstruck. EPBEΣΣINΩN, head of Sikelia right, wreathed with laurels / Bearded, horned man-faced bull right. HGC 2, 412. A beautifully crafted coin, struck from fantastic Fine Style dies on a deep umber flan, where special attention was paid to the man-headed bull's luscious beard, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of its time.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/ancients/greek/ancients-si... | 20 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 562, Lot 23
SICILY, Selinos. Circa 410 BC. AR Litra (12mm, 0.65 g, 5h). Nymph seated left on rock, touching serpent to left and raising arm overhead; [selinon leaf above] / Man-headed bull standing right; fish in exergue. HGC 2, 1229; SNG ANS 711–2. Dark find patina, roughness, small flaws. VF.
Ex Economoupolos Numismatics inventory 12001855 (ND); Fountain Head of Fine Coins inventory (ND).
Estimate: 100 USD... | 15 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Heritage World Coin Auctions - Showcase Auction 61388, Lot 23013
Ancients
SICILY. Gela. Ca. 490-475 BC. AR didrachm (22mm, 8.26 gm, 4h). NGC Choice Fine 4/5 - 3/5. Nude male on horseback galloping right, wearing pileus, brandishing spear in raised right hand; dotted border / CΕ-ΛΑ (retrograde), forepart of man-faced bull swimming right; all within circular incuse. HGC 2, 363. Gorgeous graphite toning.
Ex Economopoulos Numismatics, private sale with old dealer's tag included.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/ancients/greek/ancients-sicily-gela-ca-490-475-bc-ar-... | 14 May 2024 | Upcoming
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SINCONA AG - Auction 89, Lot 510
THE GARRULUS COLLECTION. MACEDONIA. Akanthos.
Tetradrachm c. 500 BC. (17.02 g, 1 h) Lion to left, attacking bull kneeling to right, head lifted; in exergue, flower. Rv. Quadripartite incuse square. Desneux 3. SNG Delepierre 864. Fast vorzüglich / About extremely fine.
(~€ 2'605/USD 2'840)
According to the ancient historian Nikolaos of Damaskos, Akanthos was presumably founded by colonists from the island of Andros in 655 BC. The first reliable evidence of the existence of an autonomous po... | 13 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Heritage World Coin Auctions - CSNS Signature Sale 3115, Lot 31002
Ancients
SICILY. Gela. Ca. 413-405 BC. AR tetradrachm (29mm, 17.19 gm, 2h). NGC XF 4/5 - 5/5, Fine Style, overstruck. Charioteer driving quadriga galloping left, with reins in right hand, kentron in left; eagle flying left above, grain ear left in exergue / ΓΕΛ (retrograde), forepart of man-faced bull (river god Gelas) swimming right, with long pointed beard; horizontal grain kernel above. SNG ANS 100 (same dies). Jenkins Group IX, 484. SNG Lockett 778. HGC 2, 359. Generous flan, displaying th... | 8 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Heritage World Coin Auctions - CSNS Signature Sale 3115, Lot 32007
Ancients
SICILY. Gela. Ca. 430-425 BC. AR tetradrachm (28mm, 17.17 gm, 1h). NGC VF 4/5 - 3/5. Nike driving quadriga walking right, kentron in right hand, reins in both; wreath above / CEΛAΣ, forepart of man-faced bull (river god Gelas) swimming right, with long beard; heron standing right below, with closed wings, all within incuse circle. SNG ANS 86. HGC 2, 347. Gorgeous piece with lovely cabinet toning throughout.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/ancients/greek/ancients-sicily-gela-ca-430-425-bc-... | 8 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Numismatica Ars Classica - Auction 146, Lot 2089
Selinus.
Tetradrachm circa 450, AR 27 mm, 17.48 g. ΣΕΛΙΝΟ – Ν – ΤΙ – ΟΣ retrograde Slow quadriga l. in which stand Apollo and Artemis, shooting arrow and holding reins respectively. Rev. Σ – ΕΛΙ – Ν – Ο – Σ The river-god Selinus naked standing l., holding branch and pouring libation over garlanded altar, in front of which stands cock; in field r., statue of bull standing l. on platform set upon stepped block; above, Selinon leaf. Rizzo pl. XXXI, 9 and enlarged on pl. XXXII, 2 (this co... | 8 May 2024 | Upcoming
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Gerhard Hirsch Nachfolger - Auction 388, Lot 30
GRIECHISCHE MÜNZEN, SIZILIEN, GELA.
AE-Tetras. Ca. 420-405. Stier steht l., im Abschnitt 3 Wertkugeln. Rs: Kopf des Flußgottes Gelas mit Stiergehörn r. SNG COP. 284. Schöne grüne Patina. fast ss
Aus deutscher Privatsammlung vor 2016.
Estimate: 100 EUR... | 7 May 2024 | To Be
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Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 209 | Silver, Lot 26
Sicily. Gela circa 425-420 BC.
Tetradrachm AR
23 mm, 16,92 g
Charioteer driving slow biga left; above, Nike flying left, crowning horses / ΓΕΛΑΣ, forepart of man-headed bull right.
Nearly Very Fine
Jenkins 471; HGC 2, 352.
A "biga" refers to a type of ancient Roman chariot drawn by two horses abreast. It was a common form of chariot used in various contexts, including racing, warfare, and ceremonial processions. The biga was designed for speed and agility, with its lightweight constructi... | 28 Apr 2024 | 380 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 209 | Silver, Lot 27
Sicily. Gela circa 420-405 BC.
Tetras Æ or Trionkion
17 mm, 3,27 g
ΓΕΛΑΣ, bull standing right, head lowered; three pellets (mark of value) in exergue / Head of young river god Gelas right; barley grain behind.
Very Fine
CNS III, 17; HGC 2, 380
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 28 Apr 2024 | 50 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 209 | Silver, Lot 38
Sicily. Syracuse. Agathokles 317-289 BC.
Hemilitron Æ
18 mm, 6,49 g
ΣYPAKOΣIΩN, young male head (Herakles?) left, wearing tainia / Bull butting left; club above.
Very Fine
CNS II, 114; HGC 2, 1492.
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 28 Apr 2024 | 70 EUR | |
Dr. Busso Peus Nachfolger - Auction 438, Lot 3034
Sizilien Selinous
Tetradrachme 467/445 v. Chr. Apollon und Artemis in langsamer Quadriga / Nackter Flussgott Selinos mit Phiale und Zweig zwischen Hahn und Stier vor Altar, im Feld Eppichblatt. 1h. SNG Lloyd 1224 (stgl.); Schwabacher in MBNG 43 (1925), S. 7, Nr. 5 (Q1/S5); HGC 1220. 17.28 g.; 28,5 mm. Feine Tönung Selten Gutes Sehr schön Schrötlingsfehler
Ex Auktion MMAG Basel 37, 1968, 88.
Estimate: 5000 EUR... | 26 Apr 2024 | 8,500 EUR | |
Dr. Busso Peus Nachfolger - Auction 437, Lot 59
Sizilien Katane
Litra 405/402 v. Chr. Nymphenkopf mit Sphendone / Stier, im Abschnitt Garnele. 5h. SNG ANS 1270; HGC 591; Boehringer in Actes du 9. Congrès Int., Li 8. 0.83 g.; 12,1 mm. Feine Tönung Sehr selten Sehr schön
Estimate: 75 EUR... | 24 Apr 2024 | Withdrawn | |
Dr. Busso Peus Nachfolger - Auction 437, Lot 76
Sizilien Syrakus
Agathokles, 317-289 v. Chr. Bronze 317/310 v. Chr. Kopf der Kore Persephone, Beiz. Muschel / Stier zwischen 2 Delfinen, im Feld Monogramm NK. 10h. Calciati II, S. 218, Em. 96 ("Amphora"); HGC 1444 var. 8.74 g.; 21,8 mm. Schwarzgrüne Patina Sehr schön
Estimate: 100 EUR... | 24 Apr 2024 | 170 EUR | |
Dr. Busso Peus Nachfolger - Auction 437, Lot 86
Sizilien Syrakus
Hieron II., 275-216 v. Chr. Kleinbronze 240/215 v. Chr. Kopf der Persephone / Stier im Angriff nach links, darüber Keule und T, im Abschnitt IC. 11h. Calciati II, S. 351, Em. 192; HGC 1497. 5.39 g.; 19,5 mm. Dunkelbraune Patina Sehr schön
Estimate: 50 EUR... | 24 Apr 2024 | 55 EUR | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 119, Lot 151
Sicily, Gela AR Tetradrachm. Circa 440-430 BC. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga to right; Nike flying to right above, crowning horses with wreath / Forepart of man-headed bull to right; CEΛAΣ above, [reed] to right. Jenkins, Gela 389 (O79/R161); HGC 2, 345. 17.13g, 23mm, 9h.
Very Fine. Rare.
Acquired from cgb.fr.
Estimate: 500 GBP... | 24 Apr 2024 | Unsold | |
Nomos AG - obolos 31, Lot 63
SICILY. Gela. Circa 480/75-475/70 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 25 mm, 17.30 g, 1 h). Charioteer, holding kentron in right hand and reins in left, driving a slow quadriga to right; above, Nike flying right to crown the horses. Rev. C-Ε-Λ-ΑΣ Forepart of man-headed bull to right. Jenkins, Gela 110 (O33/R64). Randazzo 21 (same dies). SNG ANS 23. Jenkins, Gela 139 (O39/R84). Weber 1317 (same dies). Fine.
Starting price: 200 CHF... | 21 Apr 2024 | 340 CHF | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 560, Lot 18
SICILY, Syracuse. Agathokles. 317-289 BC. Æ (16mm, 3.51 g, 3h). Struck circa 317-310 BC. Head of Arethousa left; dolphin to left, grain ear behind neck / Bull butting left; Δ[...]ΛΩ above. CNS 109 Ds95 Rs 42 corr. (letters, not wreath, on rev.); BAR Issue 36; HGC 2, 1490. Rough dark green patina, some red encrustation and pitting, light smoothing. VF.
Ex Artemide Aste 41E (4 November 2017), lot 94.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 17 Apr 2024 | 60 USD | |
Jesus Vico S.A. - Online Auction 23, Lot 213
GRECIA ANTIGUA. SICILIA. Gela. Óbolo. (480-475 a.C.). A/ Toro con cabeza humana a der. R/ Rueda de cuatro radios. AR 0,44 g. 9,29 mm. COP- 259.MBC-/MBC.
Starting price: 40 EUR... | 16 Apr 2024 | 45 EUR | |
Gorny & Mosch Giessener Münzhandlung - Online Auction 304, Lot 17
SIZILIEN. SYRAKUS
Hieron II., 274 - 215 v. Chr. AE ø 17mm (3,73g). ca. 275 - 269/65 v. Chr. Vs.: ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ, Kopf der Kore-Persephone mit Ährenkranz n. l., hinter dem Kopf Mohnkapsel. Rs.: Stier auf Standlinie n. l. stoßend, darüber Keule u. Σ, im Abschnitt IE. SNG ANS 595; CNS II S. 351, Emission 192, Rl 18; HGC 2, 1497. Herrliche grüne Patina, vz
Estimate: 100 EUR... | 10 Apr 2024 | Unsold | |
Spink - Auction 24121, Lot 254
a Selection of Greek and Roman Bronze (10): Apulia, Arpi, AE, c.275-250BC, bull charging right, POILAI below, rev. horse galloping right, ARPA above, NOI below, E in exergue, 12h, 7.83g, (HN Italy 645; SNG ANS 644; SNG Copenhagen -; HGC 1, 535) toned, residually lustrous, details flattened, verdigris and deposits, otherwise fine; Neapolis, Campania, AE, c.250-225BC, Laureate head of Apollo left, rev. Victory crowning man-headed bull right, control below, 12h, 7.17g, (HN Italy, 595) light patin... | 9 Apr 2024 | 120 GBP | |
cgb.fr - Live Auction April 2024, Lot 9
SICILY - GELA
Type : Litra
Date : c. 430-425 AC.
Mint name / Town : Géla, Sicile
Metal : silver
Diameter : 13,5 mm
Orientation dies : 1 h.
Weight : 0,56 g.
Rarity : R2
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Cavalier casqué galopant à gauche, tenant une javeline de la main droite et un bouclier de la main gauche
Reverse description : Protomé de taureau androcéphale du dieu fleuve Gélas à droite avec la barbe longue et pointue
Reverse legend : GELAS
Catalogue references :... | 9 Apr 2024 | Unsold | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 118, Lot 143
Sicily, Gela AR Obol. Circa 480-470 BC. Forepart of man-headed bull to right; [CEΛA] above / Wheel with four spokes. Jenkins, Gela, Group II, 196 (same dies); HGC 2, 372. 0.59g, 10mm.
Near Very Fine. Rare.
Ex Anders Collection, collector's tickets included;
Ex F. Sternberg AG, Auction XXXI, 27 October 1996, lot 737.
Estimate: 25 GBP... | 8 Apr 2024 | 20 GBP | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 118, Lot 147
Sicily, Katane AR Tetradrachm. Circa 465-450 BC. The river god Amenanos as a bearded, man-headed bull swimming to right; branch above, fish below / Nike, wearing long chiton, advancing to left, holding taenia in her outstretched right hand; KATANE around. Rizzo pl. IX, 5 (same dies). 16.41g, 28mm, 2h.
Very Fine. Rare.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 66, 16 January 2020, lot 244;
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 15, 31 January 2015, lot 9.
Estimate: 750 GBP... | 8 Apr 2024 | 900 GBP | |
Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH - E-Auction 43, Lot 118
SICILIA. Gela.
Bronze (3,62 g), ca. 420-405 v. Chr. Stier, darüber Gerstenkorn, im Abschnitt drei Punkte / Kopf des Flussgottes Gela, dahinter Gerstenkorn. Jenkins 507, HGC 2, 380. Geglättet.
s.sch.
Ex NAC Auktion H (1998), 1157.
(D).
Starting price: 30 EUR... | 3 Apr 2024 | 40 EUR | |
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Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH - E-Auction 43, Lot 119
SICILIA. Gela.
Bronze (4,35 g), ca. 420-405 v. Chr. Stier, im Abschnitt drei Punkte / Kopf des Flussgottes Gela, dahinter Gerstenkorn. CNG 9, HGC 2, 379. Geglättet.
s.sch.+
Ex Astarte 5 (1999), 68.
(D).
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 3 Apr 2024 | 50 EUR | |
Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH - E-Auction 43, Lot 120
SICILIA. Gela.
Bronze (Tetrantes / Trionkia) (3,89 g), ca. 420-405 v. Chr. Stier, im Abschnitt drei Wertkugeln / Kopf des Flussgottes Gela. HGC 2, 379, CNS I, 15. Leichte Reinigungsspuren.
s.sch.+
Ex Gerhard Hirsch Nachfolger 202 (1998), 41.
(D).
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 3 Apr 2024 | Unsold | |
Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH - E-Auction 43, Lot 121
SICILIA. Gela.
Bronze (1,33 g), ca. 420-405 v. Chr. Stier, darunter Wertkugel / Vierspeichiges Rad, zwischen den Speichen vier Gerstenkörner. Jenkins (Gela) 496, HGC 2, 378. Leichte Reinigungsspuren.
s.sch.
Ex NAC Herbst 1995, 110.
(D).
Starting price: 40 EUR... | 3 Apr 2024 | 70 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 203 | Silver, Lot 12
Sicily. Gela circa 425-420 BC.
Tetradrachm AR
26 mm, 16,20 g
Charioteer driving slow biga left; above, Nike flying left, crowning horses / [ΓΕΛΑΣ], forepart of man-headed bull right.
Fine
HGC 2, 352.
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 24 Mar 2024 | 220 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 203 | Silver, Lot 13
Sicily. Gela circa 420-415 BC.
Tetradrachm AR
21 mm, 16,82 g
Charioteer driving walking quadriga left / ΓΕΛΑΣ, forepart of man-headed bull left.
Very Fine
Jenkins 470 (0 91 / R 182); HGC 2, 355.
Starting price: 500 EUR... | 24 Mar 2024 | 900 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 203 | Silver, Lot 15
Sicily. Mamar... circa 400-350 BC.
Hemilitron Æ
21 mm, 7,30 g
MAMAP, forepart of man-headed bull to left; above, barley-corn / Nike flying to left; around, six pellets.
Very Fine
CNS -. HGC 2, -. Gabrici 1. SNG Copenhagen 1072 (Incerta).
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 24 Mar 2024 | 550 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 203 | Silver, Lot 37
Sicily. Tauromenion circa 344-336 BC.
Bronze Æ
18 mm, 4,49 g
ΑΡΧΑΓΕΤΑ, laureate head of Apollo left / ΤΑΥΡΟΜΕΝΙΤΑΝ, bull butting left.
Very Fine
SNG Copenhagen 917; Calciati 23.
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 24 Mar 2024 | 95 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 203 | Silver, Lot 38
Sicily. Tauromenion circa 339-336 BC.
Hemilitron Æ
25 mm, 15,92 g
Laureate head of Apollo Archagetas left / Man-headed bull standing left; grape bunch to left.
Fine
Castrizio Series III, 1β; Campana 1b; CNS 4; HGC 2, 1577; Virzi 1995–6.
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 24 Mar 2024 | 50 EUR | |
Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG - Online Auction 203 | Silver, Lot 40
Sicily. Tauromenion circa 275-216 BC.
Bronze Æ
19 mm, 16,81 g
Head of Poseidon left / Bull butting left.
Very Fine
CNS 94.
Starting price: 50 EUR... | 24 Mar 2024 | 90 EUR | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - Auction XXX, Lot 63
Sicily, Gela AR Tetradrachm. Circa 480-470 BC. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga to right; Nike above, flying to right, crowning horses with wreath / Forepart of man-headed bull to right; CEΛA[Σ] above. Jenkins, Gela 173-8 (O47/R-); HGC 2, 338. 17.37g, 26mm, 3h.
Good Very Fine.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., Auction 7, 22 March 2014, lot 89.
Estimate: 1500 GBP... | 21 Mar 2024 | 1,800 GBP | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - Auction XXX, Lot 64
Sicily, Selinos AR Tetradrachm. Circa 440-420 BC. Artemis, holding bow and reins, driving biga to right with Apollo standing beside her, drawing bow; barley corn in exergue / River god Selinos standing to left, sacrificing from phiale over lighted altar to left and holding branch; cockerel on altar, selinon leaf and bull on base to right, ΣEΛINONTINON around. Schwabacher 16 (Q5/S14); SNG ANS 696 (same obv. die); SNG München 881 (same rev. die); HGC 2, 1221. 17.08g, 29mm, 5h.
Extremely Fine; b... | 21 Mar 2024 | 4,400 GBP | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - Auction XXX, Lot 406
Divus Julius Caesar AR Denarius. Rome, 40 BC. Q. Voconius Vitulus, moneyer. Laureate head to right; DIVI•IVLI downwards before, lituus behind / Bull-calf walking to left; Q•VOCONIVS above, VITVLVS in exergue. Crawford 526/2; CRI 329; Sydenham 1132; BMCRR Rome 4308-10; RSC 46. 3.95g, 20mm, 10h.
Extremely Fine; a bold portrait of Caesar.
Ex Walter Luckhardt Collection, Dr. Busso Peus Nachfolger, Auction 433, 1 November 2022, lot 1431;
Previously acquired from Santamaria, Rome, in 1940.
In 40 ... | 21 Mar 2024 | 3,800 GBP | |
Numismatica Ibercoin - Online Auction 93, Lot 2073
SICILIA, Gela. Tetras. (Ae. 3,53g/17mm). 420-405 a.C. (HGC 2, 379). Anv: Cabeza de la diosa Gelas a derecha, detrás grano de trigo. Rev: Toro embistiendo a izquierda, encima hoja de olivo y leyenda griega, debajo tres puntos. MBC-.
Starting price: 25 EUR... | 21 Mar 2024 | 25 EUR | |
Numismatica Ibercoin - Online Auction 93, Lot 2074
SICILIA, Gela. Tetras. (Ae. 2,89g/17mm). 420-405 a.C. (HGC 2, 380). Anv: Cabeza de la diosa Gelas a derecha, detrás grano de trigo. Rev: Toro embistiendo a derecha, encima hoja de olivo y leyenda griega, debajo tres puntos. MBC/MBC-.
Starting price: 30 EUR... | 21 Mar 2024 | 30 EUR | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 558, Lot 38
SICILY, Gela. Circa 465-450 BC. AR Litra (12.5mm, 0.82 g, 5h). Horse advancing right; wreath above / Forepart of man-headed bull right. Jenkins, Gela, Group III, 254 (this coin, illustrated [from cast]); HGC 2, 373. Old cabinet tone, minor scratches. VF.
Ex Nomos Obolos 11 (8 December 2018), lot 27; Künker 168 (12 March 2010), lot 7136; Ars Classica XV (2 July 1930), lot 288.
Estimate: 300 USD... | 20 Mar 2024 | 650 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 557, Lot 24
SICILY, Panormos (as Ziz). Circa 336-330 BC. Æ Litra (20.5mm, 8.10 g, 10h). Head of Hera left, wearing polos / Acheloios Ortheos, as man-headed bull, standing left, head facing; radiate head of Helios above. Jenkins, Punic, pl. 24, 21; MSP 47; CNS (Ziz) 5; HGC 2, 1057 corr. (dates). Green-brown surfaces, minor encrustation. Near VF.
Ex Roma E-Sale 78 (17 December 2020), lot 164; Roma E-Sale 70 (7 May 2020), lot 347.
Estimate: 150 USD... | 6 Mar 2024 | 300 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 557, Lot 27
SICILY, Sileraioi. 354/3-344 BC. Æ Hexas (19mm, 6.04 g, 6h). Forepart of man-headed bull right / Warrior advancing right, holding shield and spear. Castrizio Series I, 2; Campana 2; CNS 2; HGC 2, 1243. Green patina, die break on obverse. Fine.
Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 510 (23 February 2022), lot 16.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 6 Mar 2024 | 60 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 557, Lot 30
SICILY, Syracuse. Agathokles. 317-289 BC. Æ (18mm, 3.10 g, 4h). Struck circa 317-310 BC. Wreathed head of Arethousa left / Bull butting left; astragalos above. CNS 102 Rs 1; BAR Issue 9; HGC 2, 1489. Dark green-brown patina, some roughness, double struck on reverse. VF.
Ex Naville Numismatics 69 (14 November 2021), lot 21. Lot also includes an old stock ticket (likely from Spink) from the early-mid 20th century.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 6 Mar 2024 | 325 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 557, Lot 32
SICILY, Syracuse. Hieron II. 275-215 BC. Æ Eighth Chalkon (19.5mm, 5.96 g, 5h). Struck circa 263-215 BC. Head of Persephone left, wearing wreath of grain ears; poppy head to right / Bull charging left; club and M above, IE in exergue. CNS 191 Ds89 R1 12; BAR Issue 53; HGC 2, 1469; Virzi 1910 (this coin). Green-brown surfaces. VF.
Ex Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 510 (23 February 2022), lot 24; Edgar L. Owen Collection (Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 367, 27 Jan... | 6 Mar 2024 | 425 USD | |
cgb.fr - Live Auction March 2024, Lot 8
SICILY - GELA
Type : Tétradrachme
Date : c. 480/475-475/470 AC.
Mint name / Town : Géla, Sicile
Metal : silver
Diameter : 24 mm
Orientation dies : 5 h.
Weight : 16,81 g.
Rarity : R2
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Bige au pas à droite, conduit par un aurige, tenant les rênes et le kentron ; double ligne d'exergue
Reverse description : Protomé de taureau androcéphale du dieu fleuve Gélas à droite avec la barbe longue et pointue
Reverse legend : G-E-L-AS
Reverse tr... | 5 Mar 2024 | 2,000 EUR | |
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cgb.fr - Live Auction March 2024, Lot 9
SICILY - GELA
Type : Tétradrachme
Date : c. 465-450 AC.
Mint name / Town : Géla, Sicile
Metal : silver
Diameter : 28 mm
Orientation dies : 9 h.
Weight : 17,07 g.
Rarity : R1
Obverse legend : Anépigraphe
Obverse description : Bige au pas à droite, conduit par un aurige, tenant les rênes et le kentron ; derrière, une colonne ionique ; un épi à l'exergue
Reverse legend : Légende au-dessus du taureau
Reverse description : Protomé de taureau androcéphale du dieu fleuve Gélas à droite ave... | 5 Mar 2024 | 800 EUR | |
Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG - eLive Auction 81, Lot 7025
GREEK COINS
SICILIA
TAUROMENIUM. Æs 370/358 v. Chr.; 25,15 g. Stier stößt l.//16strahliger Stern. Calciati 1 (Campani); Castrizio Serie I, 1-1; Hoover 1606. Dunkle Patina, sehr schön
Die vorliegende Prägung aus Tauromenion wird mit den Kampanoi in Verbindung gebracht, kampanischen Söldnern, die sich nach ihrer Entlassung zeitweise im Inneren Siziliens festsetzten. Dabei ist die Datierung des Stücks umstritten, Daniele Castrizio datiert auf 354/344 v.Chr.
Estimate: 200 EUR... | 26 Feb 2024 | 370 EUR | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 78
SICILY. Gela. Circa 465-450 BC. Litra (Silver, 12 mm, 0.67 g, 1 h). Bridled horse standing right, reins trailing from mouth; above, wreath. Rev. [CEΛA] Forepart of a man-headed bull to right. HGC 2, 373. Jenkins Group III, 279. Crystallized and with an edge chip and minor marks, otherwise, very fine.
From a Bavarian collection, formed before 2005.
Starting price: 25 CHF... | 24 Feb 2024 | 120 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 79
SICILY. Gela. Circa 425-420 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 25 mm, 17.34 g, 5 h). Charioteer driving quadriga moving slowly to the left; above, Nike flying left to crown the horses; in exergue, lizard to left. Rev. CΕΛΑΣ Forepart of the river-god Gelas, in the form of a man-headed bull, to left. HGC 2, 355. Jenkins, Gela, Group VIII, 469 (O91/R181). Lightly toned and with an attractive reverse. Struck from the usual worn obverse die, otherwise, very fine.
Ex Triton XIII, 5 January 2010, 1023.
Sta... | 24 Feb 2024 | 3,200 CHF | |
Leu Numismatik AG - Web Auction 29, Lot 93
SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 BC. AE (Bronze, 17 mm, 3.76 g, 10 h), circa 317-310. ΣYPAKOΣIΩN Head of Arethousa to left, wearing pendant earring and pearl necklace. Rev. Bull butting left; above, B. CNS II, Group V, 102 var. (differing letter on reverse). HGC 2, 1490. Beautifully struck and of fine style. Somewhat smoothed and with very minor doubling on the reverse, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.
Ex The Numismatic Auction III, 1 December 1985, 35.
Starting price: 250 CHF... | 24 Feb 2024 | 2,600 CHF | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 117, Lot 57
Sicily, Gela AR Obol. Circa 480-470 BC. Forepart of man-headed bull to right; [CEΛA] above / Wheel with four spokes. Jenkins, Gela, Group II, 189-198; HGC 2, 372. 0.73g, 9mm.
Very Fine.
Acquired from Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG.
Estimate: 75 GBP... | 22 Feb 2024 | 60 GBP | |
Harlan J. Berk, Ltd. - Buy or Bid Sale 226, Lot 295
Sicily, Gela. Tetradrachm; Sicily, Gela; 420-415 BC, Tetradrachm, 16.89g. Jenkins-Group VIII, 473, HGC-352. Obv: Charioteer driving slow quadriga left; above, Nike flying left, crowning horse. Rx: ΓΕΛΑΣ, Forepart of man-headed bull right within incuse circle. Ex CNG 532, Feb. 2023, #37.. Fine / VF
Estimate: 1950 USD... | 13 Feb 2024 | Unsold | |
Naville Numismatics Ltd. - Auction 87, Lot 104
Sicily, Gela Obol circa 480-470, AR 7.00 mm., 0.74 g.
Forepart of man-headed bull r. Rev. Four-spoked wheel. Jenkins, Gela 194. SNG Copenhagen 259.
Very fine
Starting price: 25 GBP... | 11 Feb 2024 | Unsold | |
Naville Numismatics Ltd. - Auction 87, Lot 105
Sicily, Gela Bronze circa 420-405, Æ 16.00 mm., 3.19 g.
Bull butting l., in exergue, three pellets. Rev. Head of young river-god r.; barley grain behind. Jenkins 499.
Good Very fine
Starting price: 25 GBP... | 11 Feb 2024 | 25 GBP | |
Naville Numismatics Ltd. - Auction 87, Lot 106
Sicily, Gela Uncia circa 420-405, Æ 10.00 mm., 1.11 g.
Bull walking slowly l.; above, barley grain and in exergue, one pellet. Rev. Head of the youthful river god (Gelas), with small horn on his forehead r., his hair streaming upwards; behind, barley grain. Calciati 32. Jenkins 500. SNG ANS 108.
Rare. About Extremely fine
Starting price: 35 GBP... | 11 Feb 2024 | 38 GBP | |
Naville Numismatics Ltd. - Auction 87, Lot 135
The Carthaginians in Sicily and North Africa, Libyan Revolt Sardinia Stater circa 241-238, billon 20.00 mm., 5.98 g.
Diademed head l. Rev. Bull standing r.; grain ear in background. Carradice & La Niece -. Visona, Carthaginian, 22; SNG Copenhagen (Carthage) 385-386.
Very rare. Old cabinet tone and Very fine
From a Swiss collection from Tessin assembled in the 1920's (sold with its original ticket).
Starting price: 400 GBP... | 11 Feb 2024 | 700 GBP | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 555, Lot 23
SICILY, Abakainon. Circa 36-27 BC. Æ Semis (20mm, 9.59 g, 12h). Head of Apollo right / Bull walking right. Campana 36; CNS 6; HGC 2, 31. Rough dark green-brown patina, details enhanced. Near VF.
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts E-Auction 101 (17 July 2021), lot 180.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 7 Feb 2024 | 80 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 555, Lot 24
SICILY, Adranon. Circa 339-317 BC. Æ Hemilitron(?) (19mm, 8.60 g, 6h). Head of horned river-god left, wearing tainia / Bull charging right. Campana 7; CNS 4; HGC 2, 38. Dark brown surfaces. Good VF.
Ex Numismatik Naumann 92 (2 August 2020), lot 25.
Estimate: 150 USD... | 7 Feb 2024 | 180 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 555, Lot 26
SICILY, Agyrion. Circa 420-405 BC. Æ Tetras (14mm, 2.75 g, 5h). Head of Herakles left, wearing lion skin / Forepart of man-headed bull left; two olive sprays below. Campana 5, var. a/a; CNS 10; HGC 2, 60. Rough dark green patina. Near VF.
Ex Nomos Obolos 21 (2 January 2022), lot 47.
Estimate: 150 USD... | 7 Feb 2024 | 150 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 555, Lot 42
SICILY, Katane. Campanian mercenaries. Circa 339/8 BC. Æ (23.5mm, 16.17 g, 7h). Wreathed head of nymph left; three dolphins around / Man-headed bull standing right. Castrizio Series II, 1; MSP 39; CNS 3; HGC 2, 616. Dark green-brown patina, minor flan flaws. Near VF.
Ex Bertolami Fine Arts E-Auction 101 (17 July 2021), lot 339.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 7 Feb 2024 | 110 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Electronic Auction 555, Lot 47
SICILY, Tauromenion. Circa 265-263 or 213-212 BC. Æ (24mm, 11.94 g, 11h). Head of Herakles, wearing tainia; monogram behind neck / Bull charging right. Campana 15; CNS 20 OS; BAR Issue 6; HGC 2, 1579. Dark brown surfaces, overstruck on uncertain type. VF.
Ex Artemide LVII (30 April 2022), lot 199.
Estimate: 150 USD... | 7 Feb 2024 | 150 USD | |
Münzen & Medaillen Deutschland GmbH - E-Auction 5, Lot 7
Sizilien.
Gela.
AE Trias, 420-405 v. Chr. Kopf des jugendlichen Flussgottes Gelas n. r. Rv. GELAS Stier n.l., darunter drei Wertkugeln. 3,86 g. 18 mm. Jenkins S. 274,Tf. 30,511 vgl. Rv. Dezentriert..
Knapp sehr schön
Starting price: 60 EUR... | 23 Jan 2024 | 90 EUR | |
Münzen & Medaillen Deutschland GmbH - E-Auction 5, Lot 13
Sizilien.
Kamarina.
Kleinbronze, ca. 338-300 v. Chr. Weibl. Kopf mit hochgebundenen Haaren n. l. Rv. KAMA Stier n.l. stoßend, im Abschnitt Ähre. 1,91 g. 12 mm. Calciati III, 72,45. Hoover, HGC 2, 558..
Gutes sehr schön
Starting price: 52 EUR... | 23 Jan 2024 | Unsold | |
Münzen & Medaillen Deutschland GmbH - E-Auction 5, Lot 29
Sizilien.
Syrakus.
Agathokles, 317-289 v. Chr. Bronze. Nymphenkopf mit Ährenkranz und Ohrring n.l., SURAKOSION. Rv. Stier n.l., darüber Keule und I. im Abschnitt IE. 5,71 g. 18 mm. Calciati II, 215,99 var. (Ds 69). .
Sehr schön
Starting price: 80 EUR... | 23 Jan 2024 | 95 EUR | |
Münzen & Medaillen Deutschland GmbH - E-Auction 5, Lot 32
Sizilien.
Syrakus.
Agathokles, 317-289 v. Chr. Kleinbronze, ca. 317-310 v. Chr. SURAKOSIWN Kopf der Nymphe Arethousa n.l. Rv. Stier n.l. stoßend, darüber NI. 3,09 g. 16 mm. Calciati II, 235,105, DS59/2. .
Sehr schön
Starting price: 32 EUR... | 23 Jan 2024 | 35 EUR | |
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Münzen & Medaillen Deutschland GmbH - E-Auction 5, Lot 41
Sizilien.
Syrakus.
Hieron II., 275-215 v. Chr. Bronze. Kopf der Persephone n.l. Rv. Stier n.l. stoßend, darüber T und Keule, im Abschnitt IE. 5,83 g., 17 mm. Calciati II, 345,191 (Ds 65, R119). .
Sehr schön
Starting price: 32 EUR... | 23 Jan 2024 | 45 EUR | |
Münzen & Medaillen Deutschland GmbH - E-Auction 5, Lot 47
Sizilien.
Tauromenion.
Bronze, ca. 357-315 v. Chr. Kopf des Apollo Archagetas mit L. n.l. Rv. Menschenköpfiger Stier n.l. 14,59 g. 25 mm. Calciati III, 209,1/3. Hoover, HGC 2,1577..
Gutes schön
Starting price: 32 EUR... | 23 Jan 2024 | Unsold | |
cgb.fr - Internet Auction January 2024, Lot 8
SICILY - GELA
Type : Trias
Date : c. 420-405 AC.
Mint name / Town : Géla, Sicile
Metal : copper
Diameter : 18 mm
Orientation dies : 12 h.
Weight : 4,32 g.
Rarity : R1
Obverse description : Taureau passant à gauche ; trois globules à l'exergue ; grènetis circulaire
Obverse legend : GELAS
Reverse legend : Anépigraphe
Reverse description : Tête imberbe diadémée et cornue du dieu fleuve Gelas à droite ; derrière, la tête un grain d'orge ; grènetis circulaire
Catalogue references : Laff... | 23 Jan 2024 | 190 EUR | |
Heritage World Coin Auctions - NYINC Signature Sale 3114, Lot 33013
Ancients
SICILY. Gela. Ca. 480-470 BC. AR tetradrachm (25mm, 17.44 gm, 2h). NGC Choice XF 5/5 - 3/5, light scratches. Charioteer driving walking quadriga right, on double exergual line; Nike flying right above, crowning horses with wreath / C-E-Λ-AΣ, forepart of man-faced bull (river god Gelas) swimming right, with long, pointed beard and beaded truncation; all within incuse circle. HGC 2, 338. SNG ANS 22-23. Nicely centered, with an exceptionally artistic and bold river god depiction.
https... | 16 Jan 2024 | 2,400 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 34
SICILY, Gela. Circa 490/85-480/75 BC. AR Didrachm (20mm, 8.66 g, 9h). Warrior, nude but for helmet, riding right, preparing to cast javelin held aloft in his right hand / Forepart of man-headed bull right; CEΛAΣ below. Jenkins, Gela, Group Ib, 60 (O18/R26); HGC 2, 363; SNG ANS 10 (same obv. die); SNG Lockett 759 (same rev. die). Toned, struck with worn obverse die. VF.
Estimate: 1500 USD... | 9 Jan 2024 | 2,875 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 35
SICILY, Gela. Circa 465-450 BC. AR Tetradrachm (24mm, 17.15 g, 1h). Charioteer, holding kentron in left hand and reins in right, driving slow quadriga right; in background, column with Ionic capital set on plinth of two steps / Forepart of man-headed bull right; CEΛAΣ above. Jenkins, Gela, Group III, 235 (O62/R125); HGC 2, 339; BMC 12 (same dies); Hunterian 3 (same obv. die). Attractively toned with some light iridescence, slight die wear, trace horn silver. EF. Well centered.
Ex Leu 53 (21 ... | 9 Jan 2024 | 4,500 USD | |
Classical Numismatic Group - Triton XXVII, Lot 36
SICILY, Gela. Circa 450-440 BC. AR Tetradrachm (29.5mm, 16.64 g, 10h). Charioteer, holding kentron in right hand and reins in left, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath held in both hands; palmette with long tendrils in exergue / Forepart of man-headed bull right; CEΛAΣ above. Jenkins, Gela, Group IV, 342 (O66/R133); HGC 2, 343; Hermitage Sale I 50 (same dies); de Luynes 952 (same dies); Prospero 124 (this coin). Toned, scratches under tone, a few ... | 9 Jan 2024 | 10,000 USD | |
Dmitry Markov Coins & Medals | M&M Numismatics Ltd - Auction 60, Lot 24
Sicily, Aitna. The Campani. Æ Drachm (34.89 g), ca. 340-330 BC
Bull butting left; above, TA monogram. Reverse: Sixteen-rayed star. CNS 1; SNG ANS 1234. Very Rare. Nearly Very Fine.
Estimate: 300 USD... | 9 Jan 2024 | Unsold | |
Dmitry Markov Coins & Medals | M&M Numismatics Ltd - Auction 60, Lot 26
Sicily, Alontion. Æ (5.83 g), ca. 210-180 BC
Male head (or possibly the head of Roma) to left, wearing Phrygian helmet. Reverse: ΑΛΟΝΤΙΝΩΝ, Man-headed bull standing left, spouting water; in exergue, crab. CNS I 2. HGC 2, 214. Very Rare, especially in this condition. Sharply struck and quite lovely. Extremely Fine. A native Sikel city, Alontion claimed a Greek origin, assigning the city's foundation to Patron of Akarnania, the man who guided Aeneas and the Trojans on their tour of Sicily. The... | 9 Jan 2024 | 800 USD | |
Dmitry Markov Coins & Medals | M&M Numismatics Ltd - Auction 60, Lot 27
Sicily, Gela. Silver Litra (0.63 g), ca. 465-450 BC
Bridled horse standing right; above, wreath. Reverse: CEΛ[ΑΣ] (retrograde), Forepart of man-headed bull right. Jenkins grp. III, 327; HGC 2, 373. Superb Extremely Fine. Ex Roma X (27 September 2015), 160
Estimate: 500 USD... | 9 Jan 2024 | 475 USD | |
Dmitry Markov Coins & Medals | M&M Numismatics Ltd - Auction 60, Lot 28
Sicily, Gela. Silver Tetradrachm (16.67 g), ca. 450-440 BC
Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath; in exergue, palmette with tendrils. Reverse: [CΕΛΑΣ], forepart of man-headed bull left. Jenkins grp. IV, 346 (O66/R136); HGC 2, 343. Light toning. Nearly Very Fine.
Estimate: 500 USD... | 9 Jan 2024 | 405 USD | |
Dmitry Markov Coins & Medals | M&M Numismatics Ltd - Auction 60, Lot 29
Sicily, Gela. Æ Onkia (1.01 g), ca. 420-45 BC
Bull standing left; above, barley corn. Reverse: CEΛAΣ, Horned head of the river-god Gelas right; behind, barley corn. CNS III 33; SNG ANS -; HGC 2, 382. Choice Very Fine.
Estimate: 100 USD... | 9 Jan 2024 | Unsold | |
Roma Numismatics Ltd - E-Sale 115, Lot 83
Sicily, Kimissa Æ 12mm. Circa 317-305 BC. Female head to right / Bull butting to right. Campana 3; CNS III, 1 (Unidentified Mercenaries of Western Sicily); SNG ANS -; HGC 2, 658. 2.22g, 12mm, 9h.
Near Very Fine.
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 103, 24 November 2022, lot 52;
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 84, 16 June 2021, lot 95.
Estimate: 30 GBP... | 21 Dec 2023 | 18 GBP | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 85
SICILY. Gela. Circa 420-405 BC. Trias (Bronze, 18 mm, 4.42 g). Bull standing left; in exergue, three pellets (= denomination). Rev. Four-spoked wheel with grain kernels between the spokes. CNS 1. Jenkins, Gela 495. SNG ANS 105. SNG Copenhagen 252. Some roughness and pitting, otherwise, very fine.
From the Dr. Paul Peter Urone Collection, acquired from Frank Kovacs, 6 October 2005.
Starting price: 100 CHF... | 17 Dec 2023 | 100 CHF | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 86
SICILY. Gela. Circa 420-405 BC (Æ - Jenkins Group 8/9. Onkia (Bronze, 13 mm, 1.58 g). ΓEΛAΣ Bull butting left; in exergue, pellet (= denomination). Rev. Wheel of four spokes with barley-grain in each quarter. CNS 1. HGC 2, 378. Jenkins, Gela 496. SNG ANS -. Some roughness, otherwise, very fine.
From the Dr. Paul Peter Urone Collection, ex Classical Numismatic Group 60, 22 May 2002, 111 (part of lot).
Starting price: 50 CHF... | 17 Dec 2023 | Unsold | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 87
SICILY. Gela. Circa 420-405 BC (Æ - Jenkins Group 8/9. Tetras (Bronze, 18 mm, 4.67 g, 12 h). ΓΕΛΑΣ Bull walking slowly to the left; above, olive leaf; in exergue, three pellets (= denomination). Rev. Head of youthful male river god to right (Gelas), his hair streaming upwards; behind, barley grain. CNS 32. Jenkins, Gela 516. SNG ANS 117. Sharply struck and with an attractive chocolate brown patina. Struck slightly off center, otherwise, extremely fine.
From the Dr. Paul Peter Urone Collection... | 17 Dec 2023 | 1,400 CHF | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 88
SICILY. Gela. Circa 420-405 BC (Æ - Jenkins Group 8/9. Onkia (Bronze, 11 mm, 1.18 g, 1 h). ΓEΛΑΣ Bull walking slowly to the left; above, barley grain; in exergue, one pellet. Rev. Head of the youthful river god (Gelas), with small horn on his forehead to right, his hair streaming upwards; behind, barley grain. CNS 32. HGC 2, 282. Jenkins 500. SNG ANS 108. Brown patina. Minor roughness and with flan faults on the obverse, otherwise, very fine.
From the Dr. Paul Peter Urone Collection, acquire... | 17 Dec 2023 | 50 CHF | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 94
SICILY. Mamar... Circa 400-350 BC. Hemilitron (Bronze, 18 mm, 7.01 g, 6 h). MA-[M]A-P Forepart of man-headed bull to left; above, barley-corn. Rev. Nike flying to left; around, six pellets. CNS -. HGC 2, -. Gabrici 1. SNG Copenhagen 1072 (Incerta). Dark green patina. Extremely rare. Very fine.
Ex Obolos 16, 11 October 2020, 585.
Imhoof-Blumer thought MAMAP to be an abbreviation for ΜΑΜΕΡΤΙΝΩΝ, and attributed these coins to the Mamertinoi, while Buceti contends that Mamar was in fact simply th... | 17 Dec 2023 | 650 CHF | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 101
SICILY. Panormos (as Ziz). Circa 405-380 BC. Litra (Silver, 10 mm, 0.61 g, 2 h). Youthful male head to left; behind neck, swastika. Rev. sb'lṣyṣ (in Punic) Bearded man-headed bull walking to left, his head turned slightly towards the viewer. SNG ANS 548. Struck a little off center, otherwise, good very fine.
From an Australian collection.
Starting price: 75 CHF... | 17 Dec 2023 | 240 CHF | |
Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 102
SICILY. Panormos (as Ziz). Circa 405-400 BC. Litra (Silver, 10 mm, 0.72 g, 12 h). Male head to left. Rev. sys (in Punic) Man-headed bull standing left. SNG ANS 551. Surfaces a little rough, otherwise, very fine.
From an Australian collection.
Starting price: 75 CHF... | 17 Dec 2023 | Withdrawn | |
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Nomos AG - obolos 30, Lot 117
SICILY. Syracuse. Fourth Democracy, 289-287 BC. Hemilitron (Bronze, 16 mm, 3.40 g, 6 h). Head of Kore to left, wearing wreath of grain, earring and necklace. Rev. Bull butting to left; controls indistinct. Cf. CNS 104. Green patina. Light cleaning marks, otherwise, very fine.
Ex Obolos 23, 12 June 2022, 169.
Starting price: 25 CHF... | 17 Dec 2023 | Unsold | |
