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Dichalkon

Issuer Phalanna
Year 350 BC - 300 BC
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Technique Hammered
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Obverse description Draped bust of a female divinity, most likely a nymph or Persephone, facing left, rendered in relief with fine archaic-to-classical stylistic detail. The hair is elaborately arranged and tied, falling in locks behind the neck, consistent with Thessalian die-cutting conventions of the fourth century BC. The portrait occupies the full field of the flan, with no surrounding legend. The modelling of the facial features is confident, with a well-defined profile, almond-shaped eye, and slightly parted lips characteristic of the period.
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Reverse description A horse prancing or galloping to the left, depicted in a lively and naturalistic manner typical of Thessalian bronze coinage of the late fourth century BC. The animal is shown with raised forelegs and flowing mane, conveying vigorous movement. The ethnic inscription ΦΑ-ΛΑ, abbreviated for ΦΑΛΑΝΝΑ, appears in the field divided on either side of the type, identifying the issuing city. The reverse die is struck on an irregular flan, consistent with the variable alignment noted for this series.
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