© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
¼ Litra 450 BC - 380 BC
| Silver | 0.18 g | 7 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 380 BC |
| Value | ¼ Litra (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.18 g |
| Diameter | 7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#383931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large T; three dots in field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: T
Interesting fact
The ¼ Litra coin from Tarentum (Calabria) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Tarentum, which was located in what is now southern Italy. The coin features an image of a mythical creature called a "Taras," which is a dolphin-like creature with a human head and torso. This image was a symbol of the city and was used on many of its coins. The use of this mythical creature on the coinage of Tarentum reflects the city's strong cultural and economic ties to the Greek world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450 BC - 380 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Litra (450 BC - 380 BC) coin.
