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Greek Italy. Southern Apulia, Tarentum. AR Nomos, c. 490-480 BC. Obv. TAPAΣ (partially retrograde). Taras astride dolphin to right, holding octopus in his right hand and phiale in his extended left. Rev. TAPA[Σ]. Hippocamp swimming to right, scallop shell below, incuse radiating border around. HN Italy 827; Vlasto 118; SNG Cop.. 7.75 g. 18.00 mm. R. Rare and choice example. Minor metal flaws on reverse. Good VF/About EF.