Catalogus
| Uitgever | Phaloria |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 325 BC - 300 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Waarde | Trihemiobol (1/4) |
| Valuta | Drachm |
| Samenstelling | Bronze |
| Gewicht | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round (irregular) |
| Techniek | Hammered |
| Oriëntatie | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | HGC 4#287, BCD Thessaly I#1437.3, BCD Thessaly II#595 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | Wolf’s head and neck right, with a bone or animal in its jaws and its paws outstretched to right; border of dots. |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | |
| Opschrift voorzijde | |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Helmeted male figure on horseback prancing right, its chiton billowing behind, spear in its raised right. |
| Schrift keerzijde | Greek |
| Opschrift keerzijde | Λ |
| Rand | |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
ND (325 BC - 300 BC) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 4690944410 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: This Trihemiobol, issued by Phaloria in Thessaly (325 BC - 300 BC), dates to the tumultuous early Hellenistic period. Following Alexander the Great's death, the Greek world faced significant political upheaval during the Wars of the Diadochi. Phaloria, like many Thessalian city-states, navigated shifting regional powers. Bronze coinage like this Trihemiobol served as essential small change for local commerce, facilitating daily transactions and affirming the city's continued, often precarious, civic autonomy.
Artistry: The design reflects prevalent Late Classical to early Hellenistic stylistic trends, blending idealization with nascent realism. Engravers for municipal bronze issues typically remain anonymous, yet the artistic execution is competent. Common obverse types for Phaloria feature a head of Athena, often with a Corinthian helmet. The reverse frequently displays the forepart of a horse, symbolic of Thessaly's famed cavalry. The small 13mm flan necessitated a concise yet impactful design, prioritizing clarity of primary elements.
Technical/Grading: As a bronze issue of modest size (1.2 gg, 13 mmmm), the technical strike quality of this Trihemiobol varies. High points for grading include the helmet crest and facial features (Athena obverse), and the mane, eye, and musculature (horse reverse). Bronze flans often exhibit minor irregularities; strikes may be off-center or weak. Surface condition is critical, with corrosion common. Well-centered strikes with clear rendition of the primary devices are highly desirable for collectors.