Tarentum Drachm, -212 – -209
Information
Country
Tarentum
Tarentum
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
-212 – -209
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.86
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Tarentum. Issued from -212 to -209. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 3.86 g.
- Obverse
- Naked boy on horse pacing right, which he crowns with his right hand; in left hand, long palm-branch.
- Reverse
- Taras seated left on dolphin, holding wreath-bearing Nike and trident; monograms in field on either side.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (212 BC - 209 BC) | — |
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