کاتالوگ
| صادرکننده | Arcadian League |
|---|---|
| سال | 320 BC - 275 BC |
| نوع | Standard circulation coin |
| ارزش | 1/4 Gold Stater (5⁄1) |
| واحد پول | Drachm |
| ترکیب | Gold |
| وزن | 2.04 g |
| قطر | |
| ضخامت | |
| شکل | Round (irregular) |
| تکنیک | Hammered |
| جهت | |
| حکاک(ها) | |
| در گردش تا | |
| مرجع(ها) |
| توضیحات روی سکه | Horned head of Pan facing left |
|---|---|
| خط روی سکه | |
| نوشتههای روی سکه | |
| توضیحات پشت سکه | Monogram of AR in outline form, to left, thunderbolt and below a syrinx |
| خط پشت سکه | Greek |
| نوشتههای پشت سکه | |
| لبه | |
| ضرابخانه | |
| تیراژ ضرب |
ND (320 BC - 275 BC) - - |
| شناسه Numisquare | 6854992020 |
| اطلاعات تکمیلی |
Historical Context: This 1/4 Stater, issued by the Arcadian League from Megalopolis (320-275 BC), dates to the tumultuous Hellenistic period post-Alexander’s death. Megalopolis, as the federal capital, was crucial for Arcadian autonomy amidst Diadochi conflicts and power shifts. Gold coinage, a prestigious act for a league, signifies the Arcadian League’s economic vitality and political independence. Such high-value currency likely facilitated mercenary payments or significant diplomatic expenditures, reflecting Peloponnesian geopolitical instability.
Artistry: While no specific engraver is recorded, the coin’s artistry reflects the Hellenistic stylistic school, blending classical idealism with naturalism. Arcadian