Katalog
| Emittent | Smyrna |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 150 BC - 143 BC |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Währung | Drachm |
| Material | Silver |
| Gewicht | 16.79 g |
| Durchmesser | 34 mm |
| Dicke | |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | Hammered |
| Ausrichtung | |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) | Milne Smyrna#165, SNG Kayhan#592 |
| Aversbeschreibung | Turreted head of Tyche facing right. |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | |
| Averslegende | |
| Reversbeschreibung | Legend in two lines and magistrate’s monogram within laurel wreath. |
| Reversschrift | Greek |
| Reverslegende | ZMYP NAIΩN |
| Rand | |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
ND (150 BC - 143 BC) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 7208695950 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: Issued by the Ionian city of Smyrna between 150 BC and 143 BC, this Tetradrachm reflects a period of geopolitical transition in Asia Minor. Following Roman victories over the Seleucids, Smyrna maintained its status as a free and allied city, flourishing as a vital port. The magistrate Metrodoros, whose name appears, signifies Smyrna's civic autonomy in minting. Issuance of substantial silver tetradrachms underscores the city's prosperity and its role as a regional economic powerhouse, testament to stable administration.
Artistry: The design of this Tetradrachm exemplifies sophisticated Hellenistic numismatic tradition. While the engraver is anonymous, the stylistic school blends