Nomos (430 BC - 400 BC) front Nomos (430 BC - 400 BC) back
Nomos (430 BC - 400 BC) photo
© Nomos AG

Nomos 430 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 7.73 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Metapontion (Lucania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
430 BC - 400 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Drachm (540-200BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.73 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185179
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Grain ear with leaf to left

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΜΕΤΑ

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 one side, which symbolized strength and fertility.