Didrachm

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

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