Tetradrachm - Metrodoros

発行体 Smyrna
年号 150 BC - 143 BC
種類 Standard circulation coin
額面 Tetradrachm (4)
通貨 Drachm
材質 Silver
重量 16.79 g
直径 34 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 Milne Smyrna#165, SNG Kayhan#592
表面の説明 Turreted head of Tyche facing right.
表面の文字体系
表面の銘文
裏面の説明 Legend in two lines and magistrate’s monogram within laurel wreath.
裏面の文字体系 Greek
裏面の銘文 ZMYP NAIΩN
鋳造所
鋳造数 ND (150 BC - 143 BC) - -
Numisquare ID 7208695950
追加情報

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

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