

Greek Italy. Central and Southern Campania, Neapolis. AR Didrachm, c. 350-330 BC. Obv. Head of nymph Parthenope right, wearing broad headband, earring and necklace, E behind neck. Rev. Man-headed bull walking right, head facing, crowned by Nike flying right; N between its legs, [NEOΠOΛITHΣ in exergue]. HN Italy 565; SNG ANS 302-3; SNG BN 683; BMC 29-30; Graziano 71. 6.37 g. 20.50 mm. Of superb style, bright and prettily toned. Slightly off centre. VF.