LUCANIA. Metapontum. Circa 290-280 BC. Nomos or Didrachm (Silver, 21 mm, 7.71 g, 2 h). [Δ] Head of Demeter to right, wearing wreath of barley ears, triple-pendant earring and pearl necklace. Rev. ΜΕΤΑ Ear of barley with leaf to right; to right, above leaf, star above two amphorae; to right, below leaf, ΦI. HN III 1625. Johnston Class D, 4.16. SNG ANS 517 (same dies). Bright, sharp and attractive. Very minor marks, otherwise, good extremely fine.
From the Vineyard Collection, ex Gorny & Mosch 102, 24 May 2000, 30.
Price realized | -- |
Starting price | 1'200 CHF |
Estimate | 1'500 CHF |