Greek Italy, Tarentum (Calabria) AR Diobol, circa 325–280 BC reflecting the rich ceremonial attire

reflecting the rich ceremonial attire frequently depicted in Jama-Coaque elite figures

Perforations along the sides indicate the maskette was likely attached to a larger ceremonial object

Size: 3 7/8" in height

and weapon-related symbolism creates a visually powerful assemblage reflecting both ceremonial and social significance

Robert Lee collection

Greek Italy, Tarentum (Calabria) AR Diobol, circa 325–280 BC reflecting the rich ceremonial attireGreek Italy, Tarentum (Calabria) AR Diobol, circa 325280 BC Weight: 1. 0 g Reference: Vlasto 1238 HN Italy 914 This silver diobol was struck in the important Greek city of Tarentum (modern Taranto, southern Italy) during the late Classical to early Hellenistic period, a time when the city flourished as one of Magna Graecias wealthiest and most artistically sophisticated mints. The obverse features the head of Athena facing left, wearing a crested