Katalog
| İhraççı | Phanagoreia |
|---|---|
| Yıl | 90 BC - 79 BC |
| Tür | Standard circulation coin |
| Değer | Didrachm (2) |
| Para birimi | Drachm |
| Bileşim | Silver |
| Ağırlık | 8.73 g |
| Çap | 20 mm |
| Kalınlık | |
| Şekil | Round (irregular) |
| Teknik | Hammered |
| Yönlendirme | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Gravürcü(ler) | |
| Dolaşımda olduğu yıl | |
| Referans(lar) | GCV#3612, SNG BM Black Sea#997, MacDonald#172 |
| Ön yüz açıklaması | Wreathed head of Dionysos right. |
|---|---|
| Ön yüz yazısı | |
| Ön yüz lejandı | |
| Arka yüz açıklaması | Grape bunch and ethnic within ivy wreath; monogram above. |
| Arka yüz yazısı | Greek |
| Arka yüz lejandı |
ФАNA ΓOPI TΩN (Translation: Phanagoreia) |
| Kenar | |
| Darphane | |
| Basma adedi |
ND (90 BC - 79 BC) - - |
| Numisquare Kimliği | 9663408310 |
| Ek bilgiler |
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