© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Nomos - Xeneas and Eu... 272 BC - 240 BC
| Silver | 6.47 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 | 6.47 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#417569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phalanthos seated on dolphin to left, holding a rhyton in his right hand and a trident with his left; to right, ear of grain on a stalk with leaf.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Τ Α ΡΑΣ
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 history of Tarentum as a Greek colony in southern Italy.
