Catalog
| Issuer | Laranda |
|---|---|
| Year | 324 BC - 323 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | Klein#652, SNG Levante#227, SNG von Aulock#8656 |
| Obverse description | Head of Herakles facing right. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | Forepart of a wolf facing right. |
| Reverse script | Greek |
| Reverse lettering |
Λ (Translation: Laranda) |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (324 BC - 323 BC) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 6799065140 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: This silver obol, issued by Laranda between 324 and 323 BC, originates from a critical juncture: Alexander the Great's final year and the immediate post-Alexandrine period. Laranda, a city in Lycaonia or Cilicia, minted these under the influence of various satraps or emerging Diadochi. These fractional issues were vital for local commerce, reflecting a brief window of semi-autonomy and the complex political landscape before Hellenistic consolidation. They offer insight into regional economic activity during this transitional era.
Artistry: The obol's design aligns with the Late Classical to Early Hellenistic stylistic school, characteristic of Cilician mints.