Drachm - Herakletos (272 BC - 240 BC) front Drachm - Herakletos (272 BC - 240 BC) back
Drachm - Herakletos (272 BC - 240 BC) photo
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Drachm - Herakletos 272 BC - 240 BC

 
Silver 3.19 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
272 BC - 240 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.19 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#417749
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Owl standing right on olive-branch, head facing; between owl and branch, a rose.

Script: Greek

Lettering: HPAKΛHTOΣ

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin featuring Herakletos (Hercules) from Tarentum (Calabria) is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in a relatively small quantity. It is believed that only around 200-300 of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.