Triobol

Emitent Argos (Argolis)
Rok 125 BC - 80 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nominał Triobol (1/2)
Waluta Aeginetic drachm
Skład Silver
Waga 2.55 g
Średnica 15 mm
Grubość
Kształt Round (irregular)
Technika Hammered, Incuse
Orientacja Variable alignment ↺
Rytownik(zy)
W obiegu do
Źródło(a) Peloponnesos#1143 Greek#62 III#640
Opis awersu Forepart of wolf at bay right.
Pismo awersu
Legenda awersu
Opis rewersu Large A in the centre with the letters Z-EY across upper field. Below, a club. All within incuse square.
Pismo rewersu Greek
Legenda rewersu Α Ζ ΕΥ
Krawędź
Mennica
Nakład ND (125 BC - 80 BC) - -
ID Numisquare 6937417900
Dodatkowe informacje

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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