Watch List notes:

Lokris, Lokri Opuntii, silver Stater, c. 420-380 BC, early issue with divided legend, head of Demeter left, crowned with ears of corn, wearing triple-pendant earring and necklace, rev. ΟΠΟΝ-ΤΙΩΝ, Ajax the Locrian, nude but for crested helmet, advancing right, holding sword, and shield decorated inside with snake, 12.12g, 12h (Grose 303, 5426). Cabinet tone, nearly extremely fine.

Provenance:
Bought The New York Sale, 7 January 2009, lot 31, therein ex Brian Cooper Collection

Lokrian mercenaries returning from Sicily with their salary in Syracusian coins may have provided both the bullion and the models for this sudden, extensive and accomplished series.
Estimate: £800-1,000