Catalogo
| Emittente | Tegea |
|---|---|
| Anno | 225 BC - 175 BC |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | 1 Trichalkon = 3 Chalkoi = 1⁄16 Drachm |
| Valuta | Drachm |
| Composizione | Bronze |
| Peso | 3.90 g |
| Diametro | 18.0 mm |
| Spessore | |
| Forma | Round (irregular) |
| Tecnica | Hammered |
| Orientamento | |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | HGC 5#1063, BCD Peloponnesos#1738 |
| Descrizione del dritto | Helmeted head of Athena Alea facing right |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | |
| Legenda del dritto | |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Kepheos advancing right, holding a dagger and a shield and a monogram between his legs |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Greek |
| Legenda del rovescio | ΤΕΓΕΑ |
| Bordo | |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
ND (225 BC - 175 BC) - Late 3rd to early 2nd century BC - |
| ID Numisquare | 9404538820 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
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