Campania, Neapolis; head of Apollo/man-headed bull
110,00 €
Description
Campania, Neapolis, 275-250 BC. Laureate head of Apollo left; Ξ behind / Man-headed bull walking right; above, Nike flying right, placing wreath on bull’s head; IΣ below.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE20 |
| Weight [g]: | 5,84 |
| Grade: | VF/VF |
| Attribution: | Taliercio Series IIIa, 38; HN Italy 589 |
| Commentary: | dark glossy patina, well centered, good details, flan crack |
Historical Context
The original Greek colony was named Parthenope, and after it had been destroyed by Etruscans in 6th century BC, new city (Neapolis) was built nearby.
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