LUCANIA. Velia. Circa 340-334 BC. Didrachm or Nomos (Silver, 23 mm, 7.44 g, 3 h). Head of Athena to right, wearing crested Attic helmet adorned with a griffin on the bowl; behind her neck, Θ. Rev. YEΛΗΤΩΝ Lion walking to right; below, Θ. HN Italy 1284. SNG ANS 1303. Williams 274. A fresh, clear and attractive piece. Struck from slightly worn dies on a somewhat oval flan, otherwise, good very fine.
From a European collection, formed before 2005.