Catalogue
| Émetteur | Smyrna |
|---|---|
| Année | 150 BC - 143 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Valeur | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Devise | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Poids | 16.79 g |
| Diamètre | 34 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | Milne Smyrna#165, SNG Kayhan#592 |
| Description de l’avers | Turreted head of Tyche facing right. |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | |
| Légende de l’avers | |
| Description du revers | Legend in two lines and magistrate’s monogram within laurel wreath. |
| Écriture du revers | Greek |
| Légende du revers | ZMYP NAIΩN |
| Tranche | |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
ND (150 BC - 143 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 7208695950 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
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