カタログ
| 表面の説明 | Turreted head of Tyche facing right. |
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| 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 |
| 縁 | |
| 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