© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Nomos - Tageas and Poly... 272 BC - 240 BC
| Silver | 6.36 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 272 BC - 240 BC |
| Value | Nomos (2) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.36 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#417215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phalanthos, nude, riding dolphin to left, holding kantharos in his outstretched right hand and trident in his left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
TAPAΣ
ΠOΛY
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 head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a scene of a man riding a dolphin, which is a common motif in ancient Greek art. However, the coin's design also incorporates elements of Italian culture, such as the use of the Latin alphabet and the inclusion of the name of the city of Tarentum, where the coin was minted. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural exchange that took place in the ancient Mediterranean world.
