Tarentum Nomos, -330 – -290
Information
Country
Tarentum
Tarentum
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Nomos
Year
-330 – -290
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Nomos from Tarentum. Issued from -330 to -290. Struck in Silver. Measures 21 mm and weighs 7 g.
- Obverse
- Nude and helmeted warrior on horseback right, holding shield and two spears, thrusting spear downwards.
- Reverse
- Taras riding dolphin left, holding in left hand shield decorated with a hippocamp and trident with right hand; to left, inscription; to right, inscription; below to right, murex shell. (Taras)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (330 BC - 290 BC) | — |
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