Nomos - Sy- and Lykinos (275 BC - 235 BC) front Nomos - Sy- and Lykinos (275 BC - 235 BC) back
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Nomos - Sy- and Lykinos 275 BC - 235 BC

 
Silver 6.48 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Tarentum (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
275 BC - 235 BC
Value
Nomos (2)
Currency
Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.48 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#195462
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Taras astride dolphin to left, brandishing trident, wearing chlamys around shoulders and left arm; owl standing left in right field, ΤΑΡΑΣ below.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΤΑΡΑΣ

Comment

Sy- and Lykinos, magistrates.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin 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 cultural heritage of Tarentum, which was a Greek city in southern Italy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (275 BC - 235 BC)  - - - - - -

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