Didrachm
| Emissor | Segesta (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Ano | 440 BC - 416 BC |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | Didrachm (10) |
| Moeda | Litra |
| Composição | Silver |
| Peso | 8.56 g |
| Diâmetro | 22.5 mm |
| Espessura | |
| Formato | Round (irregular) |
| Técnica | Hammered |
| Orientação | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Gravador(es) | |
| Em circulação até | |
| Referência(s) | Segesta#128-139 Ashmolean#1877 , Jameson#705 , HGC 2#1137 , de Luynes#1110 |
| Descrição do anverso | Hound standing left or right on exergue line; dotted circular border. |
|---|---|
| Escrita do anverso | |
| Legenda do anverso | |
| Descrição do reverso | Head of Aigiste right, hair in band; retrograde ΣECEΣT-AZIB around. |
| Escrita do reverso | Greek, Greek (retrograde) |
| Legenda do reverso | ΣECEΣTAZIB |
| Bordo | |
| Casa da moeda | |
| Tiragem |
ND (440 BC - 416 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 2053405250 |
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Historical Context: Issued by the Elymian city of Segesta in western Sicily between 440 and 416 BC, this didrachm emerges from a pivotal period of geopolitical tension and cultural efflorescence. A key ally of Athens against Selinus, Segesta played a crucial role in the Sicilian Expedition. This coinage reflects Segesta's economic strength and diplomatic significance, minted at a time when the city asserted its Hellenized identity amidst ongoing conflicts with neighboring Greek poleis, particularly Selinus, escalating into major regional power struggles.
Artistry: While no specific engraver is attributed, the artistry of this didrachm aligns with the High Classical Greek style prevalent in Sicily. The obverse typically features the exquisite head of the nymph Segesta, often rendered with flowing hair and a delicate diadem, showcasing naturalistic, idealized beauty. The reverse commonly depicts a powerful hunting hound or the river god Crimisus