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© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 281 BC - 276 BC
| Gold | 8.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 281 BC - 276 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.61 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#390282 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras holding reins in left hand, trident in right, driving fast biga right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
NIKAP
TAPANTINΩN
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Tarentum (Calabria) was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the city. The coin features an image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a horse on the other, reflecting the city's strong cultural ties to ancient Greece. Despite being made of gold, the coin was used as a standard circulation coin, highlighting the wealth and prosperity of Tarentum during this period.
