ITALY. Lucania. Metapontion. AR Stater (Nomos) (7.77 gms), ca. 510-470 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. HGC-1, 1028; HN Italy-1482. Obverse: Barley ear of seven grains; Reverse: Incuse barley ear of six grains. Very well struck and highly engaging, this alluring example presents more eye appeal and far better quality than is generally encountered for the earlier series, with some hints of iridescence and brilliant luster accentuating the devices. From the Collection of a Gentleman (acquired from Coin Galleries)
