Calabria Tarentum AR Stater Horseman Dolphin Ex-CNG Vlasto 852–4; HN Italy 1028

Condition: As shown

Obverse (Front): A nude youth (often identified as a horseman) on horseback to the right, crowning the horse with a wreath.

Reverse (Back): The mythological figure Taras (or Phalanthos) riding a dolphin to the left, holding a kantharos (drinking cup) and/or a cornucopia, often with a Nike flying above crowning him.

Magistrates/Inscriptions: The coins often feature magistrate names such as ΣΩΓΕΝΗΣ (Sogenis) or ΣΩΚΑΝΝΑ (Sokannos).   

Weight/Size: This Calabria Tarentum AR Stater weighs 6.5g.