Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
August 2023 Global Showcase Auction 14-21 Aug 2023
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ITALY. Calabria. Tarentum. AR Didrachm (Nomos) (6.33 gms), ca. 272-240 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 5/5. Flan Flaw.
HGC-1, 893; HN Italy-1039. Obverse: Helmeted warrior, holding lance and shield, on horse prancing right; ΘI to left; Reverse: Phalanthos, holding trident, riding dolphin left and being crowned by Nike flying above to right; rudder below. Though a minor flan flaw is noted, this aspect is easily overlooked, as the present example exhibits hardly anything in the way of handling, all while offering enchanting toning and some great luster remaining.
Estimate: $800 - $1200
HGC-1, 893; HN Italy-1039. Obverse: Helmeted warrior, holding lance and shield, on horse prancing right; ΘI to left; Reverse: Phalanthos, holding trident, riding dolphin left and being crowned by Nike flying above to right; rudder below. Though a minor flan flaw is noted, this aspect is easily overlooked, as the present example exhibits hardly anything in the way of handling, all while offering enchanting toning and some great luster remaining.
Estimate: $800 - $1200