LUCANIA. Velia. Circa 340-334 BC. Didrachm or Nomos (Silver, 22 mm, 7.59 g, 12 h). Head of Athena to right, wearing crested Attic helmet adorned, on the bowl, with a griffin; behind her neck, Θ; to left and right, small dolphin. Rev. YEΛΗΤΩΝ Lion walking to right; below, Θ. HN Italy 1284. Williams 271 (O154/R211). A bright coin of splendid style. Light graffito on the reverse and with minor traces of overstriking, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.
From a European collection, formed before 2005.