LUCANIA. Herakleia. Circa 281-278 BC. Nomos (Silver, 21 mm, 7.42 g, 6 h), struck under magistrate Leon.... Three-quarter facing head of Athena, turned slightly to right, wearing triple crested helmet adorned with Skylla; to left, AP/IΓ. Rev. [HPAKΛEIΩN / ΛEΩN] Herakles standing facing, holding club in right hand, bow and arrow in left, lion's skin draped over his left arm. HN III 1389. SNG ANS 80. Van Keuren 91. Very rare and with an obverse of extreme beauty. Very fine.
Price realized | 550 CHF |
Starting price | 200 CHF |