Triobol

Emittent Sikyon
Jahr 450 BC - 425 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nennwert 1 Triobol = 1/2 Drachm
Währung Drachm
Material Silver
Gewicht 2.74 g
Durchmesser 12.0 mm
Dicke
Form Round (irregular)
Prägetechnik Hammered, Incuse
Ausrichtung
Stempelschneider
Im Umlauf bis
Referenz(en) BCD Peloponnesos#163, SNG Copenhagen#5, 210
Aversbeschreibung Chimera walking left
Aversschrift
Averslegende
Reversbeschreibung Dove flying right, inverted san above head, inverted T (= τριώβολον) below and all within incuse square
Reversschrift
Reverslegende
Rand
Prägestätte
Auflage ND (450 BC - 425 BC) - -
Numisquare-ID 9290501820
Zusätzliche Informationen

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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