

Sicily. Messana. The Mamertinoi. AE Pentonkion or Pentachalkon , c. 211-208 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Zeus right. Rev. MAMEPTINΩN. Warrior, holding spear and shield, advancing right; Π (mark of value) to right. HGC 2 853; CNS I 41; Virzì 1229 (this coin). 10.86 g. 27 mm. Choice example, with pleasant green patina. Good VF/About EF.
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