


© Nomos AG
Nomos 344 BC - 340 BC
Silver | 7.66 g | 20 mm |
Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 344 BC - 340 BC |
Value | Nomos (2) |
Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 7.66 g |
Diameter | 20 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#417108 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phalanthos, nude, riding dolphin to left, holding crested Corinthian helmet in his outstretched right hand and resting his left hand on the dolphin's back; below, waves.
Script: Greek
Lettering: TAPA Σ
Comment
Fischer-Bossert 653.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nomos coin from Tarentum is that it features a unique combination of symbols and imagery, including a helmeted head of Athena on one side and a horseman on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in ancient Greece, and its design reflects the blending of Greek and indigenous Italian influences.