Catalogue
| Émetteur | Cherronesos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Année | 357 BC - 320 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | Hemidrachm (1/2) |
| Devise | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Poids | 2.16 g |
| Diamètre | 14 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | CN type#6629 Copenhagen#829 |
| Description de l’avers | Forepart of a lion to right, head turned back to left. |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | |
| Légende de l’avers | |
| Description du revers | Quadripartite incuse square with alternating raised and sunken quarters; dolphin in one sunken quarter, pellet over ME monogram in the opposite. |
| Écriture du revers | |
| Légende du revers | |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (357 BC - 320 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 9188992750 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: This silver hemidrachm, issued by Cherronesos in Thrace (357-320 BC), reflects a pivotal era in the northern Aegean. Between Athenian decline and Macedonian hegemony, Cherronesos, a key Thracian city, maintained minting autonomy. Fractional silver production highlights active local commerce. The 'ME' monogram likely identifies a specific magistrate, underscoring local administrative control amidst regional transformations.
Artistry: The hemidrachm's design embodies late Classical to early Hellenistic Greek numismatic style. While the engraver is anonymous, the artistry is notable. The obverse typically features the iconic lion protome, a powerful Cherronesos symbol, rendered with stylized ferocity. The reverse, usually within a quadripartite incuse square, displays the 'ME' monogram alongside a finely detailed dolphin. This marine motif, depicted with fluid grace, reflects maritime connections and artistic sophistication, even on a diminutive flan.
Technical/Grading: Struck on a 2.16-gram, 14-millimeter silver flan, this hemidrachm's technical qualities are characteristic. High-points for wear or strike weakness include