Calabria, Tarentum AR Nomos. Circa 380-334 BC. A-, magistrate(?). Warrior, nude but for helmet, standing facing behind bridled horse to left, holding spear and shield with right hand and resting left on horse's back; |- before / Taras astride dolphin to left, holding trident in extended right hand, and shield in left; TAPAΣ behind, A over waves below. Vlasto 518; HN Italy 889. 8.00g, 22mm, 7h.
Good Very Fine. Rare. A beautiful composition.
Ex Dr. Busso Peus Nachfolger, Auction 372, 30 October 2002, lot 38.