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| 発行体 | Messene |
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| 年号 | 125 BC - 75 BC |
| 種類 | Standard circulation coin |
| 額面 | 1 Hexachalkon = 6⁄8 Obol = 6⁄48 Drachm (1/8) |
| 通貨 | Drachm |
| 材質 | Bronze |
| 重量 | 5.83 g |
| 直径 | 19.0 mm |
| 厚さ | |
| 形状 | Round (irregular) |
| 製造技法 | Hammered |
| 向き | |
| 彫刻師 | |
| 流通終了年 | |
| 参考文献 | BCD Peloponnesos#736-738 |
| 表面の説明 | Head of Demeter facing right, hair wreathed with grain |
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| 表面の文字体系 | |
| 表面の銘文 | |
| 裏面の説明 | Zeus Ithomatas standing right, hurling a thunderbolt and holding an eagle on outstretched arm. Behind, a monogram within a wreath and before it, a tripod |
| 裏面の文字体系 | Greek |
| 裏面の銘文 | ΔΙΩΝ |
| 縁 | |
| 鋳造所 | |
| 鋳造数 |
ND (125 BC - 75 BC) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 6801911920 |
| 追加情報 |
Historical Context: This Hexachalkon was issued by Messene between 125 BC and 75 BC. During this period, the significant Peloponnesian city navigated a complex political landscape under increasing Roman influence. While no singular ruler governed, Messene's continued right to mint bronze coinage attests to its civic autonomy and economic stability. This allowed the city to manage local commerce and express its identity, even amidst Roman hegemony, marking a critical transition.
Artistry: The engraver for this issue remains anonymous, typical for Hellenistic bronze coinage. Stylistically, the Hexachalkon adheres to the late Hellenistic school, blending classical idealism with more naturalistic portrayals. Though specific designs are