Stater

Emittent Aetolian League
Jahr 250 BC - 225 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nennwert 1 Stater = 3 Drachm
Währung Drachm
Material Silver
Gewicht 10.65 g
Durchmesser 24.0 mm
Dicke
Form Round (irregular)
Prägetechnik Hammered
Ausrichtung
Stempelschneider
Im Umlauf bis
Referenz(en) SNG Fitzwilliam#5402, BCD Akarnania#444, Dewing#1469
Aversbeschreibung Laureate head of Apollo facing right with letters ΦI below.
Aversschrift Greek
Averslegende ΦI
Reversbeschreibung Aitolos, naked but for chlamys, standing left with causia slung on back, resting right foot on rock and holding spear in right hand and sword under left arm. In left field, Δ.
Reversschrift Greek
Reverslegende AITΩΛΩN Δ
Rand
Prägestätte
Auflage ND (250 BC - 225 BC) - -
Numisquare-ID 9256023880
Zusätzliche Informationen

Historical Context: This silver stater, issued by the Aetolian League between 250 and 225 BC, reflects a period of significant power for this formidable federal state in central Greece. During the Hellenistic era, the Aetolians asserted their sovereignty against rival Greek leagues and Hellenistic kingdoms. The production of substantial silver coinage like this 10.65-gram stater underscores their economic stability and political ambition, solidifying their status as a major player in the Greek world during this period.

Artistry: The artistic execution of this stater exemplifies Early Hellenistic style, blending classical idealism with emerging naturalism. Engravers are unknown; dies were crafted by skilled artisans. A common

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