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Drachm - Neumenios and Poly... 280 BC - 272 BC
| Silver | 3.22 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 272 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.22 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#417601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing; olive branch to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΝΕΥΜΗΝΙΟΣ
ΠΟΛΥ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Tarentum (Calabria) featuring Neumenios and Polyainos (280 BC - 272 BC) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it depicts the heads of two mythical creatures, a Griffin and a Gorgon, facing each other in a symmetrical arrangement. This design is believed to symbolize the city's maritime trade and its connection to the Greek mythological world. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and historians interested in ancient Greek currency.
