© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Nomos 272 BC - 240 BC
| Silver | 6.285 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 272 BC - 240 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.285 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#390936 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras seated left on dolphin, holding hippocamp and trident.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ⅠΩΠ
TAPAΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nomos coin from Tarentum is that it features a unique combination of Greek and Italian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a youthful Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and fertility, while the reverse side shows a horse and rider, which is a common motif in ancient Italian art. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history of Tarentum as a Greek colony in southern Italy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (272 BC - 240 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Nomos (272 BC - 240 BC) coin.
