Triobol

发行方 Argos (Argolis)
年份 125 BC - 80 BC
类型 Standard circulation coin
面值 Triobol (1/2)
货币 Aeginetic drachm
材质 Silver
重量 2.55 g
直径 15 mm
厚度
形状 Round (irregular)
制作工艺 Hammered, Incuse
方向 Variable alignment ↺
雕刻师
流通至
参考资料 Peloponnesos#1143 Greek#62 III#640
正面描述 Forepart of wolf at bay right.
正面文字
正面铭文
背面描述 Large A in the centre with the letters Z-EY across upper field. Below, a club. All within incuse square.
背面文字 Greek
背面铭文 Α Ζ ΕΥ
边缘
铸币厂
铸造量 ND (125 BC - 80 BC) - -
Numisquare 编号 6937417900
附加信息

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'

×