

Greek Italy. Southern Lucania, Metapontum. AR Stater, c. 290-280 BC. Obv. Head of Demeter right, wreathed with grain; behind, ΔΙ. Rev. META. Barley ear, leaf to left; above leaf, amphora; below, tiny |-A. HN Italy 1619; HGC 1 1066; Johnston Class D, 3. 7.59 g. 20.50 mm. R. Metal flaw on obverse. Minor areas of flat strike. Iridescent brilliant tone. EF.