Tarentum Stater - Di... and Apollonios, -272 – -240
Information
Country
Tarentum
Tarentum
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Stater
Year
-272 – -240
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.24
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Stater from Tarentum. Issued from -272 to -240. Struck in Silver. Measures 21 mm and weighs 6.24 g.
- Obverse
- Warrior, wearing a lorica and a crested helmet, holding a lance in his right hand and a large round shield in his left, on horse galloping to right. To left, Δ and below, AΠOΛ/ΛΩNIOΣ
- Reverse
- Phalanthos riding dolphin to left, holding trident over right shoulder and being crowned with wreath by Nike flying towards him. Below, waves
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (272 BC - 240 BC) | — |
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