Didrachm (420 BC - 380 BC) front Didrachm (420 BC - 380 BC) back
Didrachm (420 BC - 380 BC) photo
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG

Didrachm 420 BC - 380 BC

 
Silver 7.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Kuma (Campania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
420 BC - 380 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.41 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#390712
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mussel-shell; barley corn above.

Script: Greek

Lettering: KVMAIOИ

Comment

Rutter 165.

Interesting fact

The Didrachm from Kuma (Campania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and Italy, and its design featured the image of a mythical creature called the "Kuma Lion." This lion was a symbol of the city of Kuma and was believed to have special powers. The coin's design also included an inscription that read "Kuma" in ancient Greek, which helped to identify its origin.