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© Trustees of the British Museum
Nomos 400 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 7.717 g | - |
| Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Drachm (540-200BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.717 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#392632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ear of corn, locust to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: METAΠON
Interesting fact
The Nomos coin from Metapontion (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and features an image of a bull on its obverse side, which was a symbol of strength and prosperity in Greek culture.
