ITALY. Calabria. Tarentum. AR Didrachm (Nomos) (6.51 gms), ca. 280-272 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
HGC-1, 879; Vlasto-826-8; HN Italy-997. Obverse: Nude youth riding horse left, holding reins and crowning horse; monogram to right, ΦIΛOKPA below; Reverse: Phalanthos, holding kantharos and trident, riding dolphin left; AΠOΛ below. This beautiful circulated piece is well struck and centered on a nearly pristine, symmetrical flan. A light tone hugging the reverse devices adds to the overall appeal, making this one of the more attractive examples and a very fine piece from this popular series.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $400 - $600