CALABRIA. Tarentum. Punic occupation, circa 212-209 BC. Half Shekel (Silver, 18 mm, 3.68 g, 12 h), Sokannas, magistrate. ΣΩΚΑΝΝΑ[Σ] Warrior on horseback to right, holding filleted palm frond in his right hand and reins in his left. Rev. TAPAΣ Youthful oikist, nude, riding dolphin to left, holding kantharos in his right hand and trident in his left; to right, eagle with open wings standing left. HN Italy 1082. SNG ANS 1271. Vlasto 984. Fresh and attractive. Struck from slightly worn dies and with a small flan crack, otherwise, good extremely fine.
From a Swiss collection, formed before 2005.
Price realized | 340 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |