

Sicily. Messana. AE Litra, c. 310-288 BC. Obv. ΠEΛOPIAΣ. Wreathed head of Pelorias left, wearing single-pendant earring and necklace; two dolphins before. Rev. MEΣΣANIΩN. Nude warrior (Pheraimon?) advancing left, wearing crested helmet, holding large round shield on left arm, spear pointed forwards in right hand. HGC 2 834; CNS I 22; SNG Cop. 423; Caltabiano 826. 6.13 g. 22.5 mm. R. Lovely green and brown patina. Good VF.