© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Nomos - Odyl... 400 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 6.90 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Drachm (540-200BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.90 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#403628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ear of barley with leaf to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΤΑ
Comment
Lettering on obverse could be ΟΔΥΛ or retrograde ΛΥΔΟ.
Interesting fact
The Nomos - Odyl coin from Metapontion (Lucania) features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse in a standing position. This design is known as the "standing horseman" motif and is a common feature on coins from this region and time period. The use of this motif suggests that the coin may have been used for military or ceremonial purposes, as the horseman is often seen as a symbol of strength, power, and mobility.
