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One more time the head of the nymph Arethusa by the master-engraver
Kimon of Syracuse. It is the best coin in the Pennisi collection
from Acireale on the east coast of Sicily. The reason I've chosen
to display this coin a second time is the fact that the reverse
as well as the obverse are signed by Kimon. Furthermore, the reverse
shows one of the best representations of a racing quadriga, or chariot,
with the horses rearing. Just look at the rearing stallions, their
incredible power, their drive. There are many representations of
quadriga on Greek coins, but if I had the money, I would buy this
quadriga with this chariot on the obverse and this head of Arethusa
"en face" on the reverse. Unfortunately, this quality of work exists
only once in this excellent state of preservation. Perhaps a second
one will emerge one day. No one knows what treasures the earth is
still holding.
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