LUCANIA. Metapontum. Circa 330-290 BC. Didrachm or nomos (Silver, 20.5 mm, 7.88 g, 6 h). Head of Demeter to left, wearing grain wreath, triple-pendant earring and pearl necklace. Rev. ΜΕΤΑ Ear of barley with leaf to left; to left above leaf, fork or rake; below leaf, ΔΑ. HN III 1582. Johnston Class C, 5.12-14 (same obverse die but this reverse die not recorded). A well-centered, toned example with a stylish head of Demeter. Some areas of flatness, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.
Price realized | 220 CHF |
Starting price | 150 CHF |