ITALY. Lucania. Metapontion. AR Stater (Nomos) (7.87 gms), ca. 440-430 B.C. NGC Ch VF Brown, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 2/5. Graffito.

HGC-1, 1035; Noe-315 (same dies); HN Italy-1496. Obverse: Ear of barley with six grains; Reverse: Apollo standing left, holding bow and laurel tree. A difficult issue that is generally plagued with metal and striking issues, this example nevertheless presents a great, clear rendition of Apollo and also offers a particularly enticing cabinet tone. Some minor graffito and horn silver are noted on the obverse.

From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection. Ex: J. Hirsch.