CALABRIA. Tarentum. Circa 280-272 BC. Didrachm or Nomos (Silver, 22 mm, 6.34 g, 2 h). Nude rider on horse galloping to right, stabbing with spear held in his right hand and holding two other spears and shield in his left; to left, EY; below, [ΦINTYΛOΣ]. Rev. TAPAΣ Youthful oikist, nude, riding dolphin to left, holding Nike in his right hand and trident in his left; to left, [ΠO]ΛY; to lower right, prow. HN Italy 1002. Vlasto 720-722. The reverse struck somewhat off center, otherwise, very fine.
From a European collection, formed before 2005.
Price realized | 143 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |