Stater - Apol

Эмитент Thebes
Год 363 BC - 338 BC
Тип Standard circulation coin
Номинал Silver Stater (3)
Валюта Drachm
Состав Silver
Вес 12.27 g
Диаметр 21 mm
Толщина
Форма Round (irregular)
Техника Hammered, Incuse
Ориентация
Гравёр(ы)
В обращении до
Каталожные номера BCD Boiotia#565, SNG Copenhagen#317, Hepworth#11
Описание аверса Boeotian shield.
Письменность аверса
Надписи аверса
Описание реверса Amphora; grape bunch on vine above, magistrate name across field; all within incuse concave circle.
Письменность реверса Greek
Надписи реверса AΠ-OΛ
Гурт
Монетный двор
Тираж ND (363 BC - 338 BC) - -
ID Numisquare 8941229800
Дополнительная информация

Historical Context: This silver stater, issued by Thebes from 363 BC to 338 BC, marks a pivotal era in Greek history. Following its brief hegemony, Thebes remained a significant power within the Boiotian League. This coinage was crucial for state finance and trade, reflecting Thebes' enduring influence. Its issuance ceased with the Battle of Chaeronea in 338 BC, where Philip II of Macedon ended independent Theban power. It represents the twilight years of a major Greek city-state's autonomy.

Artistry: While the specific engraver remains anonymous, this stater exemplifies the refined Late Classical Greek style. The obverse typically features the iconic Boiot

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