Metapontum. Drachm circa 540-510, AR 2.46 g. META Ear of barley; in l. field, grasshopper. Rev. The same type incuse. Noe-Johnston 106. Historia Numorum Italy 1473 (symbol misdescribed).
Very rare and in exceptional condition for the issue, possibly the finest
specimen in private hands. Dark tone and good extremely fine
From the Michael Dearing collection.
Price realized | 3'000 CHF |
Starting price | 2'000 CHF |
Estimate | 2'500 CHF |