Greek Coinages, Tarentum: Nomos, struck c. 344-40

Obverse: nude rider on horse stepping left, holding reins in one hand, spear and shield in the other; δ below

Reverse: ταρασ: Phalanthos astride dolphin leaping left above waves, holding trident over shoulder; k below

Metal: silver; Achaean weight standard; 7.79g/12h

References: Fischer-Bossert 662a’, this coin [V253/R513]; Rutter 877; Ashmolean 267

Condition: Good very fine and of superb style; dark toned with iridescent highlights £400-£500

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Phillips Family Collection of Ancient Greek Coins.

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Collection

Sambon & Canessa Auction, Paris, 22 June 1906, lot 78
M. Collignon Collection
Feuardent Auction, Paris, 19 December 1919, lot 26
Bt Baldwin, December 1945