ANCIENT GREEK COINS
CALABRIA | Tarentum

New York Sale VII, Jan 15 2004

Lot 2 AR Nomos, 7.81g

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House THE NEW YORK SALE , New York, USA
Date January 15th, 2004
Lot 2
Description TARENTUM. Nomos, about 302-281. AR 7.81 g. Nude youthful horseman, dismounting his horse galloping l.; with his r. hand he is clinging to the mane, in his l. hand he is holding a small round shield and a spear; above, ET, below, [N]IKWN Rev. TARAS Phalanthus, nude, astride dolphin l., holding ear of corn in his outstretched r. hand; in field l., API, below, spearhead. Vlasto 82, 702. SNG ANS 1078. Rare variety. Beautiful early hellenistic style. Extremely fine
Issuer CALABRIA | Tarentum
Metal AR (Silver)
Denomination Nomos
Weight 7.81g
Estimate 1200
Sold 2550
Currency USD
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