ITALY. Calabria. Tarentum. AR Didrachm (Nomos) (6.50 gms), ca. 280-272 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.

Vlasto-713-9; HN Italy-1001. Obverse: Warrior, holding shield and two spears, preparing to cast a third, on horse rearing right; EΥ to left, ΣΩΣΤΡΑΤΟΣ below; Reverse: Phalanthos, holding crowning Nike and cornucopia, on dolphin left; thunderbolt to right. Handsomely toned, this gently handled specimen presents some hints of brilliance remaining in the protected areas.

Estimate:$300.00 - $500.00