Stater

発行体 Aetolian League
年号 250 BC - 225 BC
種類 Standard circulation coin
額面 1 Stater = 3 Drachm
通貨 Drachm
材質 Silver
重量 10.65 g
直径 24.0 mm
厚さ
形状 Round (irregular)
製造技法 Hammered
向き
彫刻師
流通終了年
参考文献 SNG Fitzwilliam#5402, BCD Akarnania#444, Dewing#1469
表面の説明 Laureate head of Apollo facing right with letters ΦI below.
表面の文字体系 Greek
表面の銘文 ΦI
裏面の説明 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.
裏面の文字体系 Greek
裏面の銘文 AITΩΛΩN Δ
鋳造所
鋳造数 ND (250 BC - 225 BC) - -
Numisquare ID 9256023880
追加情報

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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