Æ16 - Tauromenion (211 BC - 1 BC) front Æ16 - Tauromenion (211 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ16 - Tauromenion (211 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Æ16 - Tauromenion 211 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 3.8 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Tauromenion (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
211 BC - 1 BC
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#426281
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pegasos flying right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: TAYPOMENI-TAN

Translation: TAUROMENION

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Greek culture.