Outstanding Canusium


Northern Apulia, Canusium. CA series. AE Triens, c. 206-195 BC. D/ Helmeted head of Minerva right; above, four pellets; below, CA. R/ Prow right; above, ROMA; before, CA set horizontally and below, four pellets. Cr. 100/3. 7.20 g. 21.50 mm. Exceptional example. Among the heaviest known examples. Delicate river patina over lustrous surfaces. About EF/EF.