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© Trustees of the British Museum
Nomos 425 BC - 380 BC
| Silver | 7.879 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 380 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.879 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#388677 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dismounting naked horseman left, holding shield and spear.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Nomos (425 BC - 380 BC) from Tarentum (Calabria) made of Silver weighing 7.879 g is that it features a unique combination of Greek and Italian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Greek goddess, likely Hera or Athena, while the reverse side features a depiction of a dolphin, which was a common symbol in ancient Italian art. This blending of cultural motifs reflects the rich cultural exchange that occurred in the region during the time period.
