目录
| 发行方 | Korkyra (Epeiros) |
|---|---|
| 年份 | 300 BC - 48 BC |
| 类型 | Standard circulation coin |
| 面值 | |
| 货币 | Drachm |
| 材质 | Bronze |
| 重量 | 5.23 g |
| 直径 | 18 mm |
| 厚度 | |
| 形状 | Round (irregular) |
| 制作工艺 | Hammered |
| 方向 | Variable alignment ↺ |
| 雕刻师 | |
| 流通至 | |
| 参考资料 | HGC 6#83 , BMC Greek#314-348, Copenhagen#212-213 , Lindgren II#1467 |
| 正面描述 | Wreathed head of Dionysos to left or right. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | |
| 正面铭文 | |
| 背面描述 | Kantharos; above, sometimes, bunch of grapes; in field, KO, ΣΩ, ΤΙ, ΔΗ or symbols (wing, thyrsus, cornucopiae, grapes). |
| 背面文字 | |
| 背面铭文 | |
| 边缘 | |
| 铸币厂 | |
| 铸造量 |
ND (300 BC - 48 BC) - - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 2423495830 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: Korkyra, a vital Greek colony near Epeiros, issued this Æ bronze coinage from 300 BC to 48 BC. This extensive period spans the late Hellenistic era, marked by shifting regional powers including Epeiros, Macedonian influence, and the ascendant Roman Republic. The continuous production of local currency underscores Korkyra's economic autonomy and necessity for internal trade, even amidst changing political allegiances. Its circulation likely ceased with definitive Roman consolidation, ending independent coinage.
Artistry: The artistic execution of this Korkyraean Æ aligns with the Hellenistic stylistic school, favoring realism and expressiveness. Engravers are rarely identified for such bronze issues, but designs typically featured prominent local symbols or deities reflecting the city's identity. Common Korkyraean motifs included the prow of a ship, alluding to naval prowess, or the heads