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Nomos 302 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 7.82 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 302 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.82 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#378917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras on dolphin left, grain ear in outstretched right hand, left hand on dolphin, horizontal spearhead right in lower right field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
TAPAΣ
API
Comment
Nikon and Ey-, magistrates.
Interesting fact
The Nomos coin from Tarentum (Calabria) was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in ancient Greece. The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called a "Taras," which is a dolphin-like creature with a human head and torso. This symbol was used to represent the city of Tarentum and was believed to have been founded by the Greek hero Taras, who was said to have been saved by a dolphin as a child. The use of this symbol on the coin highlights the rich cultural heritage of the region and the importance of mythology in ancient Greek society.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (302 BC - 281 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Nomos (302 BC - 281 BC) coin.
