Catalogue
| Émetteur | Phanagoreia |
|---|---|
| Année | 90 BC - 79 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | Didrachm (2) |
| Devise | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Poids | 8.73 g |
| Diamètre | 20 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | GCV#3612, SNG BM Black Sea#997, MacDonald#172 |
| Description de l’avers | Wreathed head of Dionysos right. |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | |
| Légende de l’avers | |
| Description du revers | Grape bunch and ethnic within ivy wreath; monogram above. |
| Écriture du revers | Greek |
| Légende du revers |
ФАNA ΓOPI TΩN (Translation: Phanagoreia) |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (90 BC - 79 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 9663408310 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: This silver didrachm, issued by Phanagoreia between 90 BC and 79 BC, marks a critical period for the Bosporan Kingdom. A prominent Greek city on the Taman Peninsula, Phanagoreia was deeply involved in late Hellenistic geopolitical struggles. This timeframe coincides with the Third Mithridatic War, where Mithridates VI Eupator of Pontus challenged Roman dominance. As a key ally within Mithridates’ sphere, Phanagoreia’s coinage reflects its economic vitality and strategic importance, funding trade and military during a tumultuous era.
Artistry: The didrachm’s artistry exemplifies the Late Hellenistic style prevalent in the Black Sea region. The