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© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 281 BC - 276 BC
| Gold | 8.56 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 281 BC - 276 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.56 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#391779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras holding reins in right hand, trident in left, driving fast biga right, thunderbolt below.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
TAPANTINΩN
API
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Tarentum (Calabria) was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the city. The coin's design features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a horse on the other, which reflects the city's strong cultural ties to ancient Greece. In fact, Tarentum was one of the few cities in Magna Graecia (ancient Greece's colonies in southern Italy) that was able to maintain its independence and cultural identity even after the Roman conquest. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
