Tetrachalkon

İhraççı Eurea
Yıl 352 BC - 344 BC
Tür Standard circulation coin
Değer Tetrachalkon (1⁄12)
Para birimi Drachm
Bileşim Bronze
Ağırlık 7.54 g
Çap 22.0 mm
Kalınlık
Şekil Round (irregular)
Teknik Hammered
Yönlendirme
Gravürcü(ler)
Dolaşımda olduğu yıl
Referans(lar) SNG Copenhagen#49, BCD Thessaly I#1037, Rogers#211
Ön yüz açıklaması Head of a nymph, three-quarter facing to left, with vine leaves in her hair
Ön yüz yazısı
Ön yüz lejandı
Arka yüz açıklaması Bunch of grapes on stalk with two leaves
Arka yüz yazısı Greek
Arka yüz lejandı ΕΥΡΕΑΙ Ω Ν
Kenar
Darphane
Basma adedi ND (352 BC - 344 BC) - -
Numisquare Kimliği 8346381670
Ek bilgiler

Historical Context: This Tetrachalkon was issued by Eurea in Thessaly (352-344 BC). This era witnessed Philip II of Macedon's growing influence. Eurea, like other city-states, used coinage as a vital expression of civic autonomy and economic self-sufficiency. This bronze denomination facilitated local commerce and daily transactions, reflecting the city's practical economic needs during geopolitical transition.

Artistry: The coin's artistry reflects the Late Classical Greek stylistic school, characterized by naturalism and refined execution. The anonymous engraver's skill is evident. The obverse typically features a laureate head of Zeus, rendered with dignified majesty and detail. The reverse commonly depicts an eagle standing on a thunderbolt with open wings, a powerful symbol of Zeus, often accompanied by the

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