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Drachm - Zor... 302 BC - 280 BC
| Silver | 3.149 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 302 BC - 280 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.149 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#390622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Owl, with closed wings right on olive-spray, club to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
TAP
ⅠOP
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Zor coin from Tarentum (Calabria) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Tarentum during the 3rd century BC. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 3.149 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called a "Taras," which was a symbol of the city and was believed to have been founded by the Greek hero Taras. The coin's design also includes an inscription of the city's name in Greek letters, which reads "TARAS." This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors and historians today.
