Nomos (344 BC - 340 BC) front Nomos (344 BC - 340 BC) back
Nomos (344 BC - 340 BC) photo
© Nomos AG

Nomos 344 BC - 340 BC

 
Silver 7.66 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
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
References
Numista
N#417108
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.