© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Nomos 280 BC - 272 BC
| Silver | 6.59 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 272 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.59 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phalanthos seated astride dolphin to left, holding a kantharos in his outstretched right hand and a trident in his left; to left, ΘΙ; to right, Β.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΤΑΡΑΣ
ΘΙ
B
Interesting fact
The Nomos coin from Tarentum (Calabria) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse in a standing position, with the horse's head turned back towards its rider. This design is known as the "Tarentine horseman" and is a distinctive feature of coins from this region.
