Nomos 480 BC - 470 BC

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Nomos (480 BC - 470 BC) from Tarentum (Calabria) made of Silver weighing 8.02 g is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Italian elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of the nymph Taras, while the reverse side features a horseman riding a horse, which is a common motif in ancient Italian art. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural heritage of Tarentum, a city that was founded by Greek colonizers but also had strong ties to the indigenous population of southern Italy.