Katalog
| Emitent | Kings of Pontos |
|---|---|
| Rok | 200 BC - 169 BC |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Hodnota | Gold Stater (20) |
| Měna | Drachm |
| Složení | Gold |
| Hmotnost | 8.47 g |
| Průměr | 19.5 mm |
| Tloušťka | |
| Tvar | Round (irregular) |
| Technika | Hammered |
| Orientace | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Rytci | |
| V oběhu do | |
| Reference | HGC 7#322 , Alram#26 |
| Popis líce | Diademed head right. |
|---|---|
| Písmo líce | |
| Opis líce | |
| Popis rubu | Male figure, wearing flat headdress, holding cornucopia in right hand, vine branch in left, from which a deer, standing right, feeds, on his left; MH monogram to inner right. |
| Písmo rubu | Greek |
| Opis rubu |
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΦAPNAKOY (Translation: King Pharnaces) |
| Hrana | |
| Mincovna | |
| Náklad |
ND (200 BC - 169 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 8240229380 |
| Další informace |
Historical Context: This gold stater was issued by Pharnaces I, King of Pontos (200-169 BC), a pivotal figure in the Hellenistic East. His reign saw significant Pontic expansion, often through military conflict with neighboring kingdoms. The issuance of high-value gold coinage from Amisos highlights his economic strength and military ambitions, crucial for financing campaigns and asserting his kingdom's power amidst a shifting geopolitical landscape influenced by Rome.
Artistry: This stater showcases refined Hellenistic artistry. The obverse typically features a finely rendered, ivy-wreathed head of Dionysus, embodying the naturalism and idealized forms of the era. The reverse often depicts a cista mystica flanked by snakes, with a thrysus and royal monograms, all within an ivy wreath. This rich iconography, rooted in Dionysian cults, reflects the cultural identity and affiliations of the Pontic kingdom, presenting a sophisticated visual narrative of royal authority.
Technical/Grading: Struck from 8.47 grams of gold, 19.5 mm in diameter, this stater typically exhibits excellent fabric and strike quality. Critical high-points for evaluation include the intricate details of Dionysus's hair and ivy wreath on the obverse, and the scales of the snakes and cista mystica on the reverse. A well-centered and sharply struck example, free from significant planchet flaws or die wear, represents optimal technical execution, reflecting the precision expected of royal coinage.