Velia AR Nomos, c. 300-280 BC, signed by Philistion

Lucania, Velia. AR Nomos (19-21 mm, 7.21 g), c. 300-280 BC, signed by Philistion.
Obv. Head of Athena left, wearing Attic helmet decorated with a dolphin; Φ on neck guard, monogram before.
Rev. Lion walking right; trident above, Φ and I on either side of trident.
Williams, Velia 509; HN Italy 1312.

Nicely toned and of beautiful style. About very fine.