Coin: Triobol, Phokis

1900.63.0677

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Artifact Identification Coin: Triobol, Phokis   (1900.63.0677)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Exchange Media
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  5. N/A
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date 357-346 BCE
Culture Phocian, Ancient Greek
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 1.38 cm
Dimension 2 (Depth) 0.22 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 2.43 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Silver
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Description

This Greek coin is a silver Triobol from Phokis in central Greece. It was struck in the mid-4th century BCE. The obverse is a bull’s head facing forward. The reverse is a profile of Artemis, Greek goddess of the hunt and protector of youth.

Published Description N/A
Bibliography

Sear, David R. Greek Coins and their Values, Vol. I. London: Seaby, 1978.

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication N/A
Reproduction N/A

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