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Nomos 315 BC

315 BC year
Silver 7.93 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
315 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.93 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#417111
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Phalanthos riding dolphin to left, extending his right hand to left and holding a palm branch with his left; below dolphin, ΣΥΜ; in field to right, crested Corinthian helmet.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΤΑΡΑΣ
ΣΥΜ

Comment

Fischer-Bossert 806-807; Warren 44; Sartiges 22.

Interesting fact

The Nomos coin from Tarentum (Calabria) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water, surrounded by a wreath of olive leaves. This design was meant to symbolize the city's strong maritime tradition and its connection to the sea.