CAMPANIA. Neapolis. Circa 325-320 BC. Quarter Unit (Bronze, 18 mm, 5.18 g, 8 h). Laureate head of Apollo to left. Rev. [Ν]ΕΟΠΟ- ΣHTIΛ Forepart of a man-headed bull to right, with four-rayed star on his shoulder. BMC 147. HN Italy 568. Lafaille 12 ( this coin ). Sambon 563. SNG ANS 425. Very rare. A lovely coin with an enchanting green patina. Minor deposits and the reverse struck somewhat off center, otherwise, about extremely fine.
From the M. Lafaille Collection, Münzen & Medaillen AG 76, 19-20 September 1991, 12, ex Sternberg XVIII, 20-21 November 1986, 12.
Price realized | 3'200 CHF |
Starting price | 1'600 CHF |
Estimate | 2'000 CHF |