Katalog
| Emitent | Tyndaris (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Rok | 254 BC - 211 BC |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Hodnota | |
| Měna | Litra |
| Složení | Bronze |
| Hmotnost | 2.50 g |
| Průměr | 15 mm |
| Tloušťka | |
| Tvar | Round (irregular) |
| Technika | Hammered |
| Orientace | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Rytci | |
| V oběhu do | |
| Reference | CNS#24 , Buceti#22 , HGC 2#1630 , Campana#22 , SNG ANS 5#1165 , SNG Copenhagen#954 , McClean#3021 |
| Popis líce | Wreathed head of Dionysos right. |
|---|---|
| Písmo líce | |
| Opis líce | |
| Popis rubu | Bunch of grapes. |
| Písmo rubu | Greek |
| Opis rubu | TYNΔAPITAN |
| Hrana | |
| Mincovna | |
| Náklad |
ND (254 BC - 211 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 7160672400 |
| Další informace |
Historical Context: This Æ coinage from Tyndaris, Sicily, dates to 254-211 BC, a period spanning the First and Second Punic Wars. Tyndaris, a Greek city-state, shifted from Carthaginian alliance to Roman allegiance. This bronze issue reflects the city's need for local currency amidst profound geopolitical upheaval. It marks Sicily's transition from Hellenistic autonomy to a Roman province, facilitating daily commerce during intense military conflict.
Artistry: The artistry of this Æ coin adheres to Hellenistic Greek stylistic traditions prevalent in Sicily. No specific engraver is attributed; local artisans executed designs following civic numismatic conventions. Imagery for Tyndaris often referenced the Dioscuri or other local deities and symbols. For this small 15mm module, designs typically feature a compact, well-defined bust on the obverse, complemented by a symbolic device or abbreviated inscription