ITALY. Lucania. Velia. AR Didrachm (Nomos) (7.59 gms), ca. 280 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5.

HGC-1, 1325; Williams-539a (O271/R376; this coin cited and illustrated); HN Italy-1316. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena left; Φ on neck guard; monogram behind; Reverse: Lion crouching right; filleted kerykeion above. Very well centered and attractively toned, this specimen presents tremendous eye appeal and serves as an excellent representative example from the series.

From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection. Ex: Ars Classica XII (10/1926) Lot # 527.