About Tigranes's Die Study Project
Welcome to the die study website dedicated to the coinage of Tigranes of Armenia. This comprehensive and ongoing research project aims to analyze and catalog the coins produced during this period, focusing on the unique characteristics of the dies used to strike them.
A die study examines the individual dies used to mint ancient coins and tracks their usage, allowing researchers to gain valuable insights into the production techniques, mint organization, and chronology of the coinage. Our research project involves the identification and classification of obverse and reverse dies, die links, control marks, and other significant features of the coins. The primary objectives of the die study are:
- To develop a detailed understanding of the minting process and organization during the period under study.
- To establish a refined chronological framework for the coinage, identifying significant changes in design, style, and production techniques.
- To uncover potential patterns in die usage and links between dies, which can provide valuable information about the mint's practices and priorities.
- To contribute to a broader understanding of the economic, political, and cultural context of the period, using the insights derived from the die study.
This website serves as a platform to showcase findings, featuring a searchable and sortable database of coins, high-resolution images, detailed descriptions of dies, and other relevant information. We invite scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts to explore our research and contribute to this collaborative effort by submitting additional coins or offering feedback on our existing data.
Together, we can deepen our knowledge of Tigranes's coinage and its numismatic legacy, enriching our understanding of the ancient world and its historical intricacies.