Calabria, Tarentum. c. 240-228 BC
Calabria, Tarentum. c. 240-228 BC
$2,500.00
AR Didrachm or Nomos, 6.45g (18mm, 3h).
Armed military leader on horseback, raising his right hand in salute. He is crowned by Nike. In the field, monogram. Below, ΞΕ-ΝΟΚΡΑ/Τ-ΗΣ (name of the magistrate Xenokrates) / Naked Phalanthos riding a dolphin, holding a trident and Nike crowning him. Behind, NE and below, TΑΡΑΣ
Pedigree: From an old French collection
References: Vlasto 955. HN 1058
Grade: Minor horizontal planchet defect on reverse and slightly mottled surfaces. Obverse is stunning with sharp details. Good VF/Mint State
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