SICILY, Syracuse. Timoleon and the Third Democracy. 344-317 BC. AR Stater (19.5mm, 8.52 g, 2h). Struck under Timoleon, 344-339/8. Good VF.

CNG Feature Auction 133
Lot: 90. Estimated: $ 1 000

Greek, Coin-in-Hand Video, Silver

Sold For $ 2 500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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SICILY, Syracuse. Timoleon and the Third Democracy. 344-317 BC. AR Stater (19.5mm, 8.52 g, 2h). Struck under Timoleon, 344-339/8. Pegasos flying left / Head of Athena right, wearing Corinthian helmet. Pegasi 2; HGC 2, 1400. Deep iridescent tone. Good VF.

From the Santa Monica Collection, #191. Ex Goldberg 80 (3 June 2014), lot 3253; Ars Classica & Naville XII (27 June 1928), lot 977; Vierordt Collection (A. Hess, 18 March 1918), lot 584.

In the early 4th century BC, Syracuse had become highly factionalized, and the political turmoil was taken advantage of by the Carthaginians, who supported Hiketas against Dionysios I. Eventually a delegation was sent by the Syracusans to Corinth to appeal to their mother city for help. Timoleon was chosen to take control of Syracuse, drive the Carthaginian-backed government from power, and restore the tranquility and prosperity of the great Sicilian city. In this endeavor Timoleon was successful, and his rule sparked a cultural and political revival. This revival is reflected in the city's coinage, with the advent of many new types and denominations.

The final winners of all CNG Feature Auction 133 lots will be determined at the live online sale that will be held on 15-16 September 2026.

CNG Feature Auction 133 – Session One – Lot 1-308 will be held Tuesday morning, 15 September 2026 beginning at 9:00 AM ET.

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