Greek Neapolis in Campania - Didrachm > Lot No. 0005

Description:
340-241 BC. Obv: head of nymph Parthenope right, eagle behind, laurel branch before, DI below. Rev: man-headed bull right, crowned by Nike flying right above; LO beneath neck; NEAPOLITHS in exergue.

Measurements:
7.25 grams.

Condition:
Very fine, rare symbol combination.

References:
Cf Sear 307; Sambon 448; Mionnet I, 150 (both citing the same coin in the Paris Cabinet but describing "laurel wreath" before the head, possibly in error from a worn coin); BMC -; Traité -; see Wildwinds.com (this coin).

Estimate: £70 - 90 (EUR 90 - 110; USD 110 - 140)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £75