Didrachm

発行体 Phanagoreia
年号 90 BC - 79 BC
種類 Standard circulation coin
額面 Didrachm (2)
通貨 Drachm
材質 Silver
重量 8.73 g
直径 20 mm
厚さ
形状 Round (irregular)
製造技法 Hammered
向き Variable alignment ↺
彫刻師
流通終了年
参考文献 GCV#3612, SNG BM Black Sea#997, MacDonald#172
表面の説明 Wreathed head of Dionysos right.
表面の文字体系
表面の銘文
裏面の説明 Grape bunch and ethnic within ivy wreath; monogram above.
裏面の文字体系 Greek
裏面の銘文 ФАNA ΓOPI TΩN
(Translation: Phanagoreia)
鋳造所
鋳造数 ND (90 BC - 79 BC) - -
Numisquare ID 9663408310
追加情報

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

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