© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Nomos 302 BC - 280 BC
| Silver | 7.763 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 302 BC - 280 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.763 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#390543 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras, as a child, seated left on dolphin, holding bunch of grapes and distaff.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΤΑΡΑΣ
KΛN
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 classic Greek profile of a youthful male, while the reverse side shows a horse and rider, which is a common motif in ancient Italian art. This blending of cultural styles reflects the rich cultural exchange that occurred in the region during the Hellenistic period.
