Nomos - Sostratos (281 BC - 272 BC) front Nomos - Sostratos (281 BC - 272 BC) back
Nomos - Sostratos (281 BC - 272 BC) photo
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Nomos - Sostratos 281 BC - 272 BC

 
Silver 6.54 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
281 BC - 272 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.54 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#195458
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Taras astride dolphin to left, holding Nike and cornucopiae; thunderbolt behind, ΠΟΛΥ before, TAPAΣ below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΠΟΛΥ
ΤΑΡΑΣ

Comment

Gy-, Sostratos, and Poly-, magistrates.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Nomos - Sostratos coin from Tarentum is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Italian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a scene of a man riding a dolphin, which is a common motif in ancient Italian art. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history of Tarentum as a Greek colony in southern Italy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (281 BC - 272 BC)  - - - - - -

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