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Distater 350 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 15.76 g | - |
| Issuer | Thourioi (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Distater (6) |
| Currency | Achaean drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.76 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#394038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull butting right, flaming torch above, two tunny fish below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΟΥΡΙΩΝ
Translation: Thurii
Interesting fact
The Distater coin from Thourioi (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Thourioi, which was located in the region of Lucania, in southern Italy. The coin features an image of a bull on one side and a mythological scene on the other, and it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. The fact that it was used as a form of currency in a specific region and has survived to this day is a testament to the enduring legacy of ancient Greek culture and commerce.
