Nomos (330 BC - 290 BC) front Nomos (330 BC - 290 BC) back
Nomos (330 BC - 290 BC) photo
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Nomos 330 BC - 290 BC

 
Silver 7.85 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Metapontion (Lucania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
330 BC - 290 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Drachm (540-200BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.85 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185190
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Ear of barley with leaf to left. To left above leaf, pair of tongs

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΜΕΤΑ
AΘA

Interesting fact

The Nomos coin from Metapontion (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Metapontion, which was located in the region of Lucania, in southern Italy. The coin features an image of a bull on one side and a dolphin on the other, which symbolized the city's strong agricultural and maritime economy. The use of these symbols also highlights the city's connection to the Greek god Poseidon, who was revered as the protector of the sea and earthquakes.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (330 BC - 290 BC)  - - - - - -

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