Catalogue
| Émetteur | Aetolian League |
|---|---|
| Année | 250 BC - 225 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Devise | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Poids | 10.65 g |
| Diamètre | 24.0 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | SNG Fitzwilliam#5402, BCD Akarnania#444, Dewing#1469 |
| Description de l’avers | Laureate head of Apollo facing right with letters ΦI below. |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Greek |
| Légende de l’avers | ΦI |
| Description du revers | 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. |
| Écriture du revers | Greek |
| Légende du revers | AITΩΛΩN Δ |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (250 BC - 225 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 9256023880 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
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