ITALY. Lucania. Sybaris. AR Stater (8.04 gms), ca. 550-510 B.C.
cf.SNG ANS-842. Bull standing left, head looking back, "VM" in exergue; Reverse: Incuse of obverse. Overstruck though the undertype is indiscernible. Great strike, nicely centered with light attractive tone and underlying luster. Overall a choice and tremendous example with excellent eye appeal. NGC MS★, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5. Overstruck.
From the John Whitney Walter Collection.
Purchased from Harlan J. Berk.
Estimate: $3500.00- $5000.00