didrachm of Phistelia, 405-400 BC

Obv. hd female frontal
Rev. man-headed bull

Rutter 6 (O4/R6)   7.40 g   Classical Numismatic Group > Mail Bid Sale 69 2005 lot 30
                            Estimate 300 USD, realized 475 USD

type HNI 611


CAMPANIA, Phistelia. Circa 405-400 BC. AR Nomos (7.40 gm, 9h). 
Female head facing slightly right / 
Man-headed bull standing left; [dolphin in exergue]. 
Rutter 6 (O4/R6); SNG ANS 565 (same obverse die); HN Italy 611. 
Good Fine, struck with worn dies. Very rare.

Lot includes a certificate of authenticity by David Sear.