Lucania, Metapontion AR Stater. Circa 540-510 BC. Ear of barley with eight grains on each side; MET upwards to right / Incuse ear of barley with eight grains on each side. HN Italy 1479; Noe 117. 8.07g, 28mm, 12h.
Good Very Fine. Beautiful iridescent toning.
Ex Heritage World Coin Auctions, CICF Signature Sale 3019, 26 April 2012, lot 23011.