Triobol

Emitent Sikyon
Rok 450 BC - 425 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Hodnota 1 Triobol = 1/2 Drachm
Měna Drachm
Složení Silver
Hmotnost 2.74 g
Průměr 12.0 mm
Tloušťka
Tvar Round (irregular)
Technika Hammered, Incuse
Orientace
Rytci
V oběhu do
Reference BCD Peloponnesos#163, SNG Copenhagen#5, 210
Popis líce Chimera walking left
Písmo líce
Opis líce
Popis rubu Dove flying right, inverted san above head, inverted T (= τριώβολον) below and all within incuse square
Písmo rubu
Opis rubu
Hrana
Mincovna
Náklad ND (450 BC - 425 BC) - -
ID Numisquare 9290501820
Další informace

Historical Context: This Triobol was issued by the city-state of Sikyon between 450 BC and 425 BC, a pivotal era in Classical Greece. Sikyon, a prominent Peloponnesian city, was renowned for its cultural and artistic achievements. This period encompassed the lead-up to and early stages of the Peloponnesian War, with Sikyon often allied with Sparta, playing a significant regional role. The consistent issuance of this coinage underscores Sikyon's economic vitality and integration into the Hellenic monetary system during a time of intense conflict and artistic innovation.

Artistry: The design exemplifies evolving artistic trends of the Early to High Classical period. Though engravers remain anonymous, these

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