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| Эмитент | Argos (Argolis) |
|---|---|
| Год | 125 BC - 80 BC |
| Тип | Standard circulation coin |
| Номинал | Triobol (1/2) |
| Валюта | Aeginetic drachm |
| Состав | Silver |
| Вес | 2.55 g |
| Диаметр | 15 mm |
| Толщина | |
| Форма | Round (irregular) |
| Техника | Hammered, Incuse |
| Ориентация | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Гравёр(ы) | |
| В обращении до | |
| Каталожные номера | Peloponnesos#1143 Greek#62 III#640 |
| Описание аверса | Forepart of wolf at bay right. |
|---|---|
| Письменность аверса | |
| Надписи аверса | |
| Описание реверса | Large A in the centre with the letters Z-EY across upper field. Below, a club. All within incuse square. |
| Письменность реверса | Greek |
| Надписи реверса | Α Ζ ΕΥ |
| Гурт | |
| Монетный двор | |
| Тираж |
ND (125 BC - 80 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 6937417900 |
| Дополнительная информация |
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'