Coin: Diobol, Chalcis or Phangoria
1900.63.0556
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: Diobol, Chalcis or Phangoria (1900.63.0556) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | Classical |
| Date | 400 BCE |
| Culture | Greek |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 1.02 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | .24 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 1.21 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Research Remarks
| Description | This Greek coin is either a silver Diobol from Chalcis in central Greece or from Phangoria in modern day Turkey. It was struck during the 4th century BCE. The obverse is a youth wearing a cap. The reverse is the forepart of a bull. |
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| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | Under Review |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | N/A |
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| Reproduction | N/A |
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