Triobol

Emittent Argos (Argolis)
Jahr 125 BC - 80 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nennwert Triobol (1/2)
Währung Aeginetic drachm
Material Silver
Gewicht 2.55 g
Durchmesser 15 mm
Dicke
Form Round (irregular)
Prägetechnik Hammered, Incuse
Ausrichtung Variable alignment ↺
Stempelschneider
Im Umlauf bis
Referenz(en) Peloponnesos#1143 Greek#62 III#640
Aversbeschreibung Forepart of wolf at bay right.
Aversschrift
Averslegende
Reversbeschreibung Large A in the centre with the letters Z-EY across upper field. Below, a club. All within incuse square.
Reversschrift Greek
Reverslegende Α Ζ ΕΥ
Rand
Prägestätte
Auflage ND (125 BC - 80 BC) - -
Numisquare-ID 6937417900
Zusätzliche Informationen

Historical Context: Issued by Argos (125 BC - 80 BC), this Triobol dates to the Late Hellenistic period. Despite increasing Roman influence after the Achaean War, Argos, a key Achaean League member, maintained its right to strike silver coinage. This issue signifies the city's economic autonomy and civic identity. Such fractional denominations were vital for local commerce, illustrating Argos's resilience amidst profound geopolitical shifts.

Artistry: Adhering to the Late Hellenistic stylistic school, this Triobol typically features traditional Argive iconography. The obverse almost invariably depicts a dignified Hera, Argos's patron goddess, often diademed or veiled, a motif central to the city'

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