Trichalkon

صادرکننده Tegea
سال 225 BC - 175 BC
نوع Standard circulation coin
ارزش 1 Trichalkon = 3 Chalkoi = 1⁄16 Drachm
واحد پول Drachm
ترکیب Bronze
وزن 3.90 g
قطر 18.0 mm
ضخامت
شکل Round (irregular)
تکنیک Hammered
جهت
حکاک(ها)
در گردش تا
مرجع(ها) HGC 5#1063, BCD Peloponnesos#1738
توضیحات روی سکه Helmeted head of Athena Alea facing right
خط روی سکه
نوشته‌های روی سکه
توضیحات پشت سکه Kepheos advancing right, holding a dagger and a shield and a monogram between his legs
خط پشت سکه Greek
نوشته‌های پشت سکه ΤΕΓΕΑ
لبه
ضرابخانه
تیراژ ضرب ND (225 BC - 175 BC) - Late 3rd to early 2nd century BC -
شناسه Numisquare 9404538820
اطلاعات تکمیلی

Historical Context: This Trichalkon, issued by Tegea (225-175 BC), belongs to the Hellenistic era, a period of shifting power after Alexander's empire and growing Roman influence. Tegea, an Arcadian city in the Peloponnesos, was a member of the Achaean League. This bronze coinage served the economic needs of its citizens, reflecting the city-state's autonomy and participation in the regional economy during the League's efforts to maintain Greek independence.

Artistry: Engravers for Hellenistic bronze issues are rarely identifiable; however, the coin's artistry aligns with the Hellenistic Greek style. Designs typically featured a patron deity, such as

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