ITALY. Calabria. Tarentum. AR Didrachm (Nomos) (6.62 gms), ca. 280-272 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Edge Filing.

HGC-1, 887; HN Italy-1013; Vlasto-800. Obverse: Warrior, holding shield and two spears, on horse rearing left; Reverse: Phalanthos, holding grape bunch and distaff, riding dolphin left; grain stalk to right. Though the peripheries exhibit some striking weakness, this specimen is nevertheless rather sharp near the central portions and even offers a subtle tone with some shimmering brilliance.

Estimate: $300.00-$500.00