nomos (didrachm) of Hyria, 400-395 BC

Obv. hd Athena with Attic helmet
Rev. man-headed bull

Rutter 90 (O35/R81)   6.93 g   Classical Numismatic Group > Mail Bid Sale 63 2003 lot 40
                               Estimate 300 USD, realized 360 USD

type HNI 539


CAMPANIA, Hyria. Circa 405-400 BC. AR Nomos (6.93 gm). 
Head of Athena right, wearing Attic helmet decorated with owl / Man-headed bull walking left. 
Rutter 90 (HO35/HR81); SNG ANS 257; HN Italy 539. 
Toned VF, some light scratches on reverse under the toning.