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| Emisor | Smyrna |
|---|---|
| Año | 150 BC - 143 BC |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Moneda | Drachm |
| Composición | Silver |
| Peso | 16.79 g |
| Diámetro | 34 mm |
| Grosor | |
| Forma | Round (irregular) |
| Técnica | Hammered |
| Orientación | |
| Grabador(es) | |
| En circulación hasta | |
| Referencia(s) | Milne Smyrna#165, SNG Kayhan#592 |
| Descripción del anverso | Turreted head of Tyche facing right. |
|---|---|
| Escritura del anverso | |
| Leyenda del anverso | |
| Descripción del reverso | Legend in two lines and magistrate’s monogram within laurel wreath. |
| Escritura del reverso | Greek |
| Leyenda del reverso | ZMYP NAIΩN |
| Canto | |
| Casa de moneda | |
| Tirada |
ND (150 BC - 143 BC) - - |
| ID de Numisquare | 7208695950 |
| Información adicional |
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