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Nomos - Nikodamos, Eu... and Aga... 280 BC - 272 BC
| Silver | 7.92 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 272 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.92 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#184058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Phalanthos, depicted as a nude child with a tuft of hair on his forehead, riding dolphin to left and holding a bunch of grapes in his right hand and a distaff in his left. To right, rooster standing left, below, ΑΓΑ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΤΑΡΑΣ
ΑΓΑ
Interesting fact
The Nomos - Nikodamos, Eu... and Aga... coin from Tarentum (Calabria) is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of a young man on the obverse (front side) and a horse on the reverse (back side). This design is significant because it represents the first known use of a realistic portrait on a Greek coin, which was a departure from the more abstract designs that were common at the time. This coin's design influence can be seen in later Greek coins, and it remains a popular collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (280 BC - 272 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Nomos - Nikodamos, Eu... and Aga... (280 BC - 272 BC) coin.
