ITALY. Lucania. Herakleia. AR Stater (Nomos) (7.88 gms), ca. 281-278 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5. Fine Style.
HGC-1, 990; HN Italy-1385. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; E to inner left; Reverse: Herakles standing left, holding club and bow, and with lion skin draped over arm; to upper left, owl standing right; ΑΡΙΣ to lower left. Very well centered and attractively struck, this specimen presents an alluring cabinet tone and great brilliance remaining in the protected areas.
Estimate: $600 - $900