Boy and Dolphin, c.281-240 BC, Calabria, Taras, AR Didrachm, NGC ChVF
An ancient Greek coin from Calabria, Taras, featuring a boy and a dolphin, dating to approximately 281-240 BC. It's an AR Didrachm and has been graded as ChVF (Choice Very Fine) by NGC.
SKU:
4935324177
This iconic Didrachm from Taras (modern Taranto) in southern Italy features the famous motif of a boy riding a dolphin—a symbol deeply rooted in local legend and maritime heritage. Struck around 281–240 BC, the imagery possibly references the mythical founder Taras, who was rescued by a dolphin. Graded Choice Very Fine, this coin blends mythology and civic pride in a design celebrated by ancient and modern collectors alike.
