Catalogus
| Uitgever | Brettii |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 213 BC - 205 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Waarde | 1/2 Gold Stater (10) |
| Valuta | Attic drachm |
| Samenstelling | Gold |
| Gewicht | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round (irregular) |
| Techniek | Hammered |
| Oriëntatie | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | HN Italy#1950 3#14 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | Bearded head of Poseidon left, wearing taenia, trident behind; dolphin below. |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | |
| Opschrift voorzijde | |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Hippocamp right on which Amphitrite is seated left, holding Eros in extended right hand, who stands left drawing a bow; star to right, tiny Γ (engraver`s signature) at feet of Eros; in right field murex. |
| Schrift keerzijde | Greek |
| Opschrift keerzijde | BPETTIΩN Γ |
| Rand | |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
ND (213 BC - 205 BC) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 9635571560 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: This gold drachm was issued by the Brettii, an indigenous Italic confederation, during the tumultuous Second Punic War (213-205 BC). Their territory in Bruttium, southern Italy, became a critical battleground after allying with Hannibal against Rome. The issuance of high-value gold coinage (4.2 grams, 17 millimeters) signifies the Brettii's temporary autonomy and need for currency, likely for mercenary payments. This period represents a desperate bid for independence against the encroaching Roman Republic.
Artistry: While the engraver remains anonymous, this drachm exemplifies strong Hellenistic artistic traditions prevalent in Magna Graecia. The design typically features a