Lucania, Metapontum. c. 3rd century BC

AE 18, 3.56g (17.5mm, 8h).Eagle standing to l., with wings spread; in the field to l., wreath. / META On the l., ear of barley, with leaf to l., and, on the r., thunderboltPedigree: Ex Tradart Sale 3, 1993, lot 15; Münzen & Medaillen 76, 1991, lot 55. From the Maurice Laffaille (1902-1989) collection.References: Johnston 39, Strauss 55 (this coin)Grade: Nicely struck for this rare issue. Minor black speckles all over both sides and with some areas of wear. Good aEFgk2167Scroll down for more information about this coin.