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Nomos - Herakletos 272 BC - 240 BC

 
Silver 6.63 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
272 BC - 240 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.63 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#417339
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Phalanthos, holding rose in outstretched right hand and cornucopia in left, on dolphin to left; to right, monogram and thymiaterion.

Script: Greek

Lettering: TAPAΣ

Interesting fact

The Herakletos nomos coin from Tarentum features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a mythological scene of Hercules (Herakles in Greek) fighting the Nemean Lion. This image was a popular representation of Hercules' bravery and strength in ancient Greek art and mythology.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (272 BC - 240 BC)  - - - - - -

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