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| Emissor | Smyrna |
|---|---|
| Ano | 150 BC - 143 BC |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Moeda | Drachm |
| Composição | Silver |
| Peso | 16.79 g |
| Diâmetro | 34 mm |
| Espessura | |
| Formato | Round (irregular) |
| Técnica | Hammered |
| Orientação | |
| Gravador(es) | |
| Em circulação até | |
| Referência(s) | Milne Smyrna#165, SNG Kayhan#592 |
| Descrição do anverso | Turreted head of Tyche facing right. |
|---|---|
| Escrita do anverso | |
| Legenda do anverso | |
| Descrição do reverso | Legend in two lines and magistrate’s monogram within laurel wreath. |
| Escrita do reverso | Greek |
| Legenda do reverso | ZMYP NAIΩN |
| Bordo | |
| Casa da moeda | |
| Tiragem |
ND (150 BC - 143 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 7208695950 |
| Informações adicionais |
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