© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Æ 420 BC - 390 BC
| Bronze | 1.58 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Poseidonia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 420 BC - 390 BC |
| Currency | Phocaean/Campanian Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.58 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#435273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull butting left; below octopus; above ΡΟΣΕΙ or ΡΟΣΕΙDI, sometimes retrograde.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΡΟΣΕΙ
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water, surrounded by a wreath of leaves. This design is believed to represent the city's dependence on the sea and its maritime trade.
