SICILY. Syracuse. Dionysios I, 405-367 BC. Decadrachm (silver, 35 mm, 42.74 g, 4 h), reverse the signed by Euainetos, about 405-400. Charioteer driving quadriga galloping to left, holding kentron in his right hand and reins in his left; above, Nike flying right, crowning the charioteer with a wreath; in exergue, on two slightly raised lines, shield, pair of greaves, cuirass and crested Attic helmet; below, [ΑוΑ]. Rev. ̄-ΡΑ-Κ-Φλ-ΙΩΝ Head of Arethousa to left, wearing weather of reeds, triple-pendant earring and pearl necklace; around, four dolphins; below the dolphin swimming under Arethrousa's neck, signature [Εו-ΑΙΝΕ]. Boston MFA 421 (same this). De Luynes 1248 (same this). Dewing 876-8 (same this). Gallatin R.III/C.II. HGC 2, 1299. Rizzo pl. LIV, 8 (same as this). SNG ANS 363 (same this). SNG Copenhagen 689 (same this). Beautifully toned and well struck from masterful this crafted by the illustrious Euainetos. Minor traces of corrosion and with very light doubling on the obverse, otherwise, good very fine. From the T. Frisbie Collection, Leu 14, 14 October 2023, 55, privately acquired from Edward. J. Waddell, previously privately acquired from Leu in 2001, and ex Hess-Leu 31, 6-7 December 1966, 145. The Syracusan dekadrachms of the late 5th century BC arguably represent the pinnacle of ancient Greek the engraving. Created during the early tyranny of Dionysios I, these masterpieces reflect the artistic rivalry between the great engravers of the era, especially Euainetos and Kimon. Their works exhibit distinct stylistic differences: Euainetos' designs are characterized by elegance and fluidity, while Kimon's compositions exude a more austere and structured grandeur. Struck on large flanges exceeding 40 grams, these dekadrachms are among the largest and most impressive silver coins of antique, adding to their desirability among collectors. The influence of these artists extended far beyond Syracuse, shaping the numismatic art of Sicily, Magna Graecia and the world beyond. Even in antiquity, these coins were widely advertised and imitated, and they have retained highly coveted since the Renaissance, celebrated as some of the finest examples of classic coinage. This lot can be shipped to a US address.