CALABRIA. Tarentum. Circa 280-272 BC. Didrachm or Nomos (Silver, 22 mm, 7.74 g, 7 h), Ey... and Philon, magistrates. Nude warrior on horseback left, holding bridles with his right hand and carrying small round shield with his left; to upper right, [EY]; below horse, ΦIΛΩN. Rev. TAPAΣ Youthful oikist riding dolphin to left, holding Nike in his right hand and placing his left on the dolphin; below, waves to left. HN Italy 964. Vlasto 684. A bright and charming coin of splendid style. Extremely fine.
From a Swiss collection, ex Leu Web Auction 7, 23 February 2019, 32 and previously from a European collection, formed before 2005.
Price realized | 460 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |