Nomos (500 BC - 480 BC) front Nomos (500 BC - 480 BC) back
Nomos (500 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Nomos 500 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 8.15 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 480 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.15 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#181821
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Hippocamp to left, within light circular incuse

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Nomos (500 BC - 480 BC) from Tarentum (Calabria) made of Silver weighing 8.15 g is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of Apollo, while the reverse side features a horseman, which is a common motif in indigenous Italian art. This blending of cultural styles reflects the diverse cultural heritage of the region and highlights the complex cultural exchange that occurred during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (500 BC - 480 BC)  - - - - - -

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