⅓ Nomos (540 BC - 510 BC) front ⅓ Nomos (540 BC - 510 BC) back
⅓ Nomos (540 BC - 510 BC) photo
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⅓ Nomos 540 BC - 510 BC

 
Silver 2.65 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Metapontion (Lucania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
540 BC - 510 BC
Value
⅓ Nomos (⅔)
Currency
Drachm (540-200BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.65 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#384199
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Incuse ear of corn.

Interesting fact

The ⅓ Nomos coin from Metapontion (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and features an image of a bull on its obverse side, which symbolized strength and fertility.