Greek Coinages, Metapontum: Stater, struck c. 330-290

Obverse: head of Demeter left, wearing crown of barley, triple-pendant earring and pearled necklace

Reverse: μετα: ear of barley with leaf left; tongs above; [α]θα below

Metal: silver; Achaean weight standard; 7.87g/5h

References: Johnston C4.3; Rutter 1583; Ashmolean 752

Condition: Better than very fine and toned £300-£360

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

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Collection

G. Picard Collection, Sambon Auction, Paris, 14 March 1923, lot 139
Bt Baldwin, May 1946