| Nomos AG > obolos 31 | Auction date: 21 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 17 Price realized: 150 CHF (Approx. 164 USD / 154 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: CALABRIA. Tarentum. Circa 290-281 BC. Didrachm or nomos (Silver, 19.5 mm, 7.57 g, 12 h). Warrior, nude, preparing to cast spear, and holding two spears and shield, riding horse leaping right; to right, monogram; below horse ΦI. Rev. Phalanthos, nude, holding trident with left hand and kantharos with extended right hand, riding dolphin left; to right, eagle, with wings closed, standing left; below, waves. Fischer-Bossert 1050 (V400/R812). HN Italy 933. Jameson 146 (for type). Very rare - only one coin from this die combination known to Fischer-Bossert. Areas of weak striking, otherwise, good very fine. Horses were the pride and joy of Tarentum's aristocracy, who were famed for their equestrian prowess, whether as cavalrymen in war, or as contestants in races. Starting price: 100 CHF |  |
