Apulia, arpi ae ancient coin circa 275-250 bc vf plus
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- Kind: Coins
- Condition: Used
π APULIA, ARPI β AE Bronze | Circa 275-250 BC | A Piece of Magna Graecia
Own a genuine ancient bronze coin struck over 2,250 years ago in Arpi β one of the greatest cities of ancient Apulia. Minted during the turbulent decades following the Pyrrhic Wars, when southern Italy stood at the crossroads of the Greek and Roman worlds.
THE COIN:
β’ Size/Weight: 21.9mm | 9.01g
β’ Obverse: Bull butting right β symbol of Italic power
β’ Reverse: Horse galloping right β emblem of Apulia's celebrated cavalry
β’ Grade: VF+ (Very Fine Plus) β exceptional detail, well above average for this type
β’ Patina: Beautiful, stable green β hallmark of genuine, well-preserved ancient bronze
β’ Reference: HN Italy 645
A VF+ example with this quality of green patina is increasingly rare. At β¬80, outstanding value for a genuine piece of antiquity.
Delivery available.
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