

Greek Italy. Southern Apulia, Tarentum. AR Drachm, 281-272 BC. Obv. Head of Athena left with hair flowing down behind. Rev. Owl standing on thunderbolt, with open wings; ethnic beneath, mostly off flan,; to right, ΣΩΣ. HN Italy 1018; Vlasto 1077; SNG ANS 1318. 3.24 g. 17.00 mm. A very attractive example. Uneven blackish patina on obverse, reverse prettily toned, with iridescent hues. VF/Good VF.