CALABRIA. Tarentum. Circa 302-280 BC. Didrachm or nomos (Silver, 20 mm, 7.39 g, 12 h), struck under the magistrates Si... and Deinokrates. Nude rider on horse prancing to right, holding round shield and two lances with his left hand and striking downwards with a spear held in his upraised right; in upper left field, ΣΙ; below, [ΔEINOKPATHΣ]. Rev. TAPAΣ Phalanthos, nude, riding dolphin left, holding small dolphin in his outstretched right hand and resting his left on the dolphin he rides. HN III 967. SNG France 882. Vlasto 692. Attractively toned. Struck from somewhat worn dies, otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 100 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |