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Nomos - Di... and Apollonios 272 BC - 240 BC
Silver | 6.24 g | 21.0 mm |
Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 272 BC - 240 BC |
Value | Nomos (2) |
Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 6.24 g |
Diameter | 21.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#189986 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Phalanthos riding dolphin to left, holding trident over right shoulder and being crowned with wreath by Nike flying towards him. Below, waves
Script: Greek
Lettering: TAPAΣ
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of Apollonios of Tarentum, a famous Greek mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 3rd century BC. He is best known for his work on the calculation of the sizes and distances of the sun and moon, and his theories on the motion of the planets. The coin's design likely reflects the importance of his contributions to the field of astronomy.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (272 BC - 240 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Nomos - Di... and Apollonios (272 BC - 240 BC) coin.