Æ13
| Émetteur | Neapolis (Campania) |
|---|---|
| Année | 325 BC - 241 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | |
| Devise | |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Poids | 2 g |
| Diamètre | 13 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | SNG ANS 1#518 |
| Description de l’avers | Laureate male head left; cornucopiae behind. |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | |
| Légende de l’avers | |
| Description du revers | Around tripod. |
| Écriture du revers | Greek |
| Légende du revers | NEOΠO-ΛITΩN |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (325 BC - 241 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 2216001310 |
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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