Calabria, Tarentum AR Nomos. Circa 281-240 BC. Nikokra- and N-, magistrates. Nude horseman galloping right, brandishing spear in right hand, shield and two spears on left arm; N behind, NIKO-KΡA in two lines below/ Taras, nude, astride dolphin to right, holding crested helmet with both hands; TAΡAΣ behind, Ionic capital below. Vlasto 883; SNG ANS 1203. 6.50g, 20mm, 2h.
Good Extremely Fine; attractive old cabinet tone. Very Rare.
Acquired from Heritage World Coin Auctions.