© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
Nomos - Zopyros and Phi.... 272 BC - 240 BC
| Silver | 6.55 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 | 6.55 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#182790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras on dolphin left, holding cornucopiae and trident, with a bee behind.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΤΑΡΑΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known depiction of a musical instrument, the lyre, on a coin. The lyre was an important symbol of ancient Greek culture and was often associated with Apollo, the god of music and the arts. The inclusion of the lyre on this coin highlights the cultural and artistic significance of Tarentum during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (272 BC - 240 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Nomos - Zopyros and Phi.... (272 BC - 240 BC) coin.
