© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Nomos - Aristodamos 281 BC - 278 BC
| Silver | 7.88 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Herakleia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 281 BC - 278 BC |
| Value | Nomos (3) |
| Currency | As |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.88 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#391992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heracles standing facing, head left, holding skyphos in extended right hand, and lion’s skin and cornucopia in left; club leaning against right leg; in left field magistrate name above altar.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
HPAKΛEIΩN
APIΣTO
ΔAMOΣ
Comment
Van Keuren 93.
Interesting fact
The Nomos - Aristodamos coin from Herakleia (Lucania) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a lion's head with its mouth open, surrounded by a wreath. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, symbolizing the power and strength of the city-state that issued the coin.
![Nomos - Leon[...] 281 BC - 278 BC front](/storage/images/Nomos-Leon_277967_1.webp)
![Nomos - Leon[...] 281 BC - 278 BC back](/storage/images/Nomos-Leon_277967_2.webp)
