Nomos - Philokles (240 BC - 228 BC) front Nomos - Philokles (240 BC - 228 BC) back
Nomos - Philokles (240 BC - 228 BC) photo
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Nomos - Philokles 240 BC - 228 BC

 
Silver 6.62 g 16.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
240 BC - 228 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.62 g
Diameter
16.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#183499
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Taras riding dolphin to left, holding a horse rhyton in his right hand and a trident (the two side prongs of the trident head are in the form of dolphins) in his left. To right, two highly elaborate amphoras (or loutrophoroi?) on elaborate stands and with lids

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΤΑΡΑΣ

Interesting fact

The Nomos - Philokles coin from Tarentum (Calabria) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse in a standing position, which is unlike any other ancient Greek coin. This design was meant to symbolize the wealth and power of the city-state of Tarentum, which was known for its strong cavalry.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (240 BC - 228 BC)  - - - - - -

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