Northern Lucania, Poseidonia, AR Diobol, circa 445-420 BC

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Description

Greek, Northern Lucania, Poseidonia, AR Diobol (silver, 1.12g, 12.8mm), circa 445-420 BC
Obv: Poseidon walking right, wielding trident
Rev: Bull standingĀ  right
Ref: HNItaly 1119 Rarity/Choice: Common, Fine
Note: Struck at Poseidonia in northern Lucania, this diobol reflects a thriving Greek colonial city in southern Italy. Known for its temples and coastal trade, Poseidonia issued coinage that circulated locally and reinforced the city’s economic autonomy and cultural identity during the classical Greek period.