Calabria, Tarentum. Ca. 280-272 BC. Silver Nomos (stater) 6.40 g.. VF

Calabria, Tarentum. Ca. 280-272 BC. Silver Nomos (stater) 6.40 g. Nude warrior, holding shield and two spears, preparing to cast a third, on horseback right; EY to left, ΦINTY[ΛOΣ] below. Reverse: Phalanthos, holding Nike and trident, riding dolphin left; [Π]OΛY to left. Vlasto 720-2; HN Italy 1002; SNG ANS 1089. Perfectly centered delicately toned with underlying luster present. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $500 - UP
Ex CNG 3/16 from the Byron Schieber Collection.