Æ13

Emittent Neapolis (Campania)
Jahr 325 BC - 241 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nennwert
Währung
Material Bronze
Gewicht 2 g
Durchmesser 13 mm
Dicke
Form Round (irregular)
Prägetechnik Hammered
Ausrichtung Medal alignment ↑↑
Stempelschneider
Im Umlauf bis
Referenz(en) SNG ANS 1#518
Aversbeschreibung Laureate male head left; cornucopiae behind.
Aversschrift
Averslegende
Reversbeschreibung Around tripod.
Reversschrift Greek
Reverslegende NEOΠO-ΛITΩN
Rand
Prägestätte
Auflage ND (325 BC - 241 BC) - -
Numisquare-ID 2216001310
Zusätzliche Informationen

Historical Context: This Æ13 coin was issued by Neapolis, a prominent Greek polis in Campania, during a period of profound geopolitical transformation from 325 BC to 241 BC. This era witnessed the consolidation of Roman power in Magna Graecia, following the Samnite Wars and leading up to the First Punic War. Neapolis, while often allied with Rome, fiercely preserved its Hellenic identity and monetary autonomy. Such bronze issues were crucial for daily commerce, reflecting its continued economic vitality despite external

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