

Greek Italy. Southern Apulia, Brundisium. AE Semis, 2nd century. Obv. Head of Poseidon right, laureate; behind, Victory crowning him with wreath and trident; below, S. Rev. Phalanthos riding dolphin left, holding lyre and Nike crowning him; to right, S; to left, amphora; below, BRVN. HN Italy -; cf. 749; SNG BN 1520; D'Andrea-Tafuri serie F, n°1 (simbolo anfora). 5.20 g. 19.00 mm. RRR. Very rare. Lovely untouched olive green patina. Choice for issue. EF.