Southern Apulia, Tarentum. AR Drachm, c. 281-272 BC

Mesmerizing Owl

Lot # 74

Greek Italy. Southern Apulia, Tarentum. AR Drachm, c. 281-272 BC. Obv. Head of Athena left with hair flowing down behind. Rev. Owl standing on thunderbolt, with open wings; to right, ΣΩ. HN Italy 1018; Vlasto 1068-74. AR. 3.26 g. 16.00 mm. Superb coin with an enchanting old cabinet tone; iridescent hues. Almost invisible circular punch(?) between owl's legs. EF.

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