ANCIENT GREECE - GREEK Sicily, Syracuse, Denys the Elder (406-367 BC). Decadrachm, Evainetes coins signed ND (405-380 BC), Syracuse. Quadriga galloping left, led by charioteer holding reins and kentron; above, Nike flying right, crowning him. In exergue, military equipment and [ΑΘΛΑ]. Rv. ΣΥ-ΡΑ-ΚΟ-ΣΙΩΝ. Head of Arethusa (Kore-Persephone) left, crowned with ears of corn, with triple pendant earrings and pearl necklace. Around, four dolphins; below EY-AINE. SNG ANS 365 - Gallatin C.XV/R.IV; Silver - 43.29 g - 35 mm - 6 h From the Jacques Pauli collection, expert Alain Weil, Vernon, 16 March 2002, then from the Hugues R. Gall collection, No. 41. NGC Ch XF 5/5 4/5 Fine Style (8585316-005). With clear signature on reverse, as well as exergue on right and detailed reins. Barely rubbed and cleaned. In high relief. Almost Superb. Syracuse decadrachms have rightly been admired since antiquity, not only for their impressive size and weight, but above all for the artistry and classical style they convey. They are considered the pinnacle of numismatic achievement in the Greek world, minted at the height of Syracuse's power and glory, during the reign of Dionysius the Elder. Decadrachms signed by the artists Kimon and Evainetes were introduced early in the reign, around 400 BC. Stamps for Evainetes continued to be struck until at least the 360s, by Evainetes himself and then by his pupils and successors.