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Banner Artemide 57E
Lot # 56
Greek Italy. Southern Apulia, Tarentum. AR Nomos, c. 340-332 BC. Obv. Youth on horseback right, placing wreath on horse's head; before, Φ; below, youth crouching left, removing stone from horse's hoof. Rev. Taras astride dolphin left, holding kantharos in extended right hand, small round shield and trident in left; E and waves below. HN Italy 818; Vlasto 515; SNG ANS 961. AR. 7.77 g. 22.00 mm. R. A rare and interesting type. Brilliant and prettily toned, with iridescent hues. Good VF.