Lot 248:
H first series. AE Triens, uncertain mint in South East Italy, 213 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Minerva right; above, four pellets. Rev. Prow right; above, ROMA; to right, H; below, four pellets. Cr. 85/4. 12.65 g. 25.50 mm. Scarce. Green patina with earthy hues. Minor cleaning marks. Good VF. The dating of this coin has been suggested by Roberto Lippi, based on a new soon to be published study.