ITALY. Lucania. Thourioi. AR Distater (Double Nomos) (15.60 gms), ca. 400-350 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Fine Style.
HGC-1, 1255; HN Italy-1803. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Bull butting right; in exergue, fish right; all within incuse circle. Undoubtedly of fine style, this example yields a fairly well centered strike and enchanting light gray toning, with an elegantly sculpted and tactile nature to the portrait of Athena.
Estimate: $2000 - $4000