Greek Italy. Northern Apulia, Teate. AE Quincunx, 225-200 BC. D/ Head of Athena right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet; five pellets (mark of value) above. R/ TIATI. Owl standing right, head facing, on Ionic capital; star and five pellets (mark of value) to right. HN Italy 702 a. Morcom 224. AE. g. 16.43 mm. 27.00 R. Rare and superb. Lovely light emerald-green patina. Good VF.
A very rare variety for symbol (star), not listed in SNG ANS and SNG Cop.