Dinomos (400 BC - 350 BC) front Dinomos (400 BC - 350 BC) back
Dinomos (400 BC - 350 BC) photo
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Dinomos 400 BC - 350 BC

 
Silver 15.75 g -
Description
Issuer
Thourioi (Lucania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 350 BC
Value
Dinomos (6)
Currency
As
Composition
Silver
Weight
15.75 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#180565
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bull butting right and in exergue, a fish.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΘΟΥΡΙΩΝ

Translation: Thurii

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a unique image of a man's head with a lion's body, which is believed to represent the mythical creature known as the "Dinomos," from which the coin gets its name. This design is quite rare and sets the coin apart from other ancient Greek coins.