Catalog
| Issuer | Korkyra (Epeiros) |
|---|---|
| Year | 300 BC - 48 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.23 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | HGC 6#83 , BMC Greek#314-348, Copenhagen#212-213 , Lindgren II#1467 |
| Obverse description | Wreathed head of Dionysos to left or right. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | Kantharos; above, sometimes, bunch of grapes; in field, KO, ΣΩ, ΤΙ, ΔΗ or symbols (wing, thyrsus, cornucopiae, grapes). |
| Reverse script | |
| Reverse lettering | |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (300 BC - 48 BC) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 2423495830 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: This Æ issue from Korkyra, a vital Greek polis off Epeiros, spans the Hellenistic period into the late Roman Republic (300 BC - 48 BC). These bronze coins represent Korkyra's enduring identity amidst regional power shifts. During this era, Korkyra navigated independence, alliances with Epeiros and Macedon, and increasing Roman influence. The long issuance period underscores the coin's role as a stable local currency, reflecting the island's persistent economic and political significance as a naval and trading hub.
Artistry: Specific engravers for Korkyran bronze issues are rarely identifiable. The coin's artistry aligns with the broader Hellenistic Greek stylistic school, blending