Southern Apulia, Barium. AE Sextans, c. 180-160 BC

Exceptional Cupid Shooting Arrow

Lot # 67

Greek Italy. Southern Apulia, Barium. AE Sextans, c. 180-160 BC. Obv. Laureate head of Zeus right; behind, two stars. Rev. ΒΑΡΙΝΩΝ. Eros standing right on prow right, shooting bow; below, dolphin. HN Italy 733; HGC 1 553; SNG ANS 652-4. AE. 5.90 g. 19.00 mm. R. Superb bronze piece. Rare as such and possibly the finest specimen ever offered in public sale. Slightly irregular flan. Exceptionally detailed reverse and wonderful greyish brown and green patina,. Good EF.

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