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Nomos - Aristis 272 BC - 240 BC
| Silver | 6.45 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 272 BC - 240 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.45 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#417547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phalanthos seated on dolphin to left, holding, in his right hand, Nike crowning him with a wreath, and a spindle with his left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΤΑΡΑΣ
Interesting fact
The Nomos - Aristis coin from Tarentum (Calabria) is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of Aristis, a famous philosopher and mathematician from the city, on one side, and a depiction of a dolphin on the other. The dolphin was a symbol of Tarentum and represented the city's strong maritime tradition. The coin's design was meant to highlight the city's cultural and intellectual achievements, as well as its economic and political influence in the region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (272 BC - 240 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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